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Emergency appeal for Kenya

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The violence in Kenya is not letting up. Since Kenya’s disputed election in late December, the people of this country have been subjected to widespread violence, including lootings, the burning of their homes, and physical attacks. 300,000 Kenyans have already left their homes and are now living in displacement camps--100,000 of them are children.

UNICEF is on the ground assessing the situation and distributing food, water, and medical supplies. $6.6 million dollars are urgently needed to help the displaced women and children. The funds are needed for basics like food and shelter, as well as for keeping children and women safe, and to set up schools and play centers for children.

You can read more about UNICEF and the situation in Kenya here and here. And if you would like to make a donation, please go to our donations page, where you can choose to support UNICEF’s emergency relief efforts in places like Kenya.

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