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A red supervillian making a gesture for someone to be silent

School Superhero Comic Contest

Violence & Conflict
The global vote for the School Superhero Comic Contest is now CLOSED. Stay tuned here or by following @UNICEF on Twitter and Instagram to find out who the WINNER is. We’ll be making the official announcement in January. Thank you to everyone that voted for their favourite School Superhero to help us stop The Silence. Together, we can end violence in schools. It’s that feeling you get… It’s hard to put your finger on it. You are watching someone being shoved down the hallway, but your legs are heavy and you can’t move. Despite being harassed on your way to school, your throat tightens and you...
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Illustration by Diana Rivera about cyber bullying and online kindness

Safer Internet Day 2020: art against cyberbullying

Innovation & technology
Far too many children around the world experience violence – often in places where they should feel safe. Whether in person or online, bullying is among youth top concerns – and they’re taking action to stop it. This Safer Internet Day (11 February 2020), Voices of Youth contributor Diana Rivera shares her vision for a kinder internet... through her art! Click on the images below to see Diana's artwork and follow her on Instagram to discover more illustrations. Want to share your voice -and talent- too? Learn how to submit content on Voices of Youth here. And use the hashtag #VoicesOfYouth on...
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Illustration about violence at home during COVID-19, by Rizka Raisa.

How to support a friend if you think they could be at risk of violence

Violence & Conflict
The coronavirus pandemic has tested us in unimaginable ways - coping with our new way of life continues to be a challenge for all of us, but this is an especially difficult time for those who do not feel safe in their own homes. Because of lockdowns and school closures, many young people are isolated with abusive family members or caregivers. If you have a friend who could be at risk of violence or abuse, here are six ways you can help them during this crisis: 1) Let them know they are not alone Those experiencing or witnessing violence at home or online may feel isolated from friends and...
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A group of four young people are looking at a computer screen.

How to stay safe online

Innovation & technology
Don’t keep your fears to yourself. If you are worried about your safety or something that has happened to you online, urgently speak to an adult you trust. Visit Child Helpline International to find out the names and details of organizations in your country who can help you. Many countries have a special helpline you can call for free and talk to someone anonymously. Respect what other people are saying on social media, even if you do not agree with them. You have the right to privacy - and so do others. It is not okay to log into other people’s accounts or to use their phones or profiles...