UNICEF India is a key agency dedicated to championing the rights and well-being of children and young people across India. Since establishing its presence in the country in 1949, UNICEF has fostered close partnerships with the central and state governments, as well as with civil society, to drive large-scale social change benefiting millions of children.
The organisation’s work spans a broad spectrum of focus areas including child survival and development, education, child protection, nutrition, sanitation, and gender equality. UNICEF India implements evidence-based programmes tailored to local contexts in 16 states, ensuring that interventions reach the most vulnerable populations.
Through its robust field presence, UNICEF supports community-level service delivery by collaborating with government institutions and NGOs, enhancing capacities and strengthening systems to improve child health, safeguard children from violence and exploitation, and promote inclusive education for all. Their work also extends to emergency response, addressing crises with child-centred humanitarian aid.
Meet the team
UNICEF India, on LinkedIn
Shipra Jha, Gender & Development Specialist
Trishita Das, Communications Specialist
Apoorv Tiwary, Advocacy Consultant
UNICEF India is guided by globally recognised principles of child rights and is part of the larger United Nations system, bringing technical expertise and innovation. The country office is staffed by professionals deeply committed to social impact, policy advocacy, and grassroots engagement to build a sustainable future for children.
As a trusted agent of change, UNICEF India works to influence policy reforms, mobilise resources, and scale up successful models to maximise impact. Driven by data, equity, and collaboration, the organisation continues to prioritise inclusivity and gender sensitivity in all its programmes, aligning with India’s developmental priorities and the Sustainable Development Goals.
