2025 Global education & Poverty statistics report
Despite decades of progress toward universal education, 2025 remains a year of deep challenge for children worldwide. Global data shows that hundreds of millions of children are still out of school, with significant disparities by region, income level, and crisis context. Education outcomes and poverty are closely linked: children living in poverty are far more […]
Hope for the holidays: How you can help children in crisis this Christmas
Every Christmas, millions of children are affected by war, displacement, and humanitarian crises. Organizations like YOTF provide emergency aid, food, winter supplies, and protection to children in conflict zones such as Ukraine and Gaza. This article explains why support is urgently needed and how you can help children in crisis this holiday season. For many […]
Winter and youth mental health
Winter can be a challenging period for many young people. Shorter days, reduced sunlight, colder temperatures, and changes in daily routines all influence mental and emotional well-being. For children and adolescents, whose brains and coping mechanisms are still developing, these seasonal changes can have a particularly strong impact. Understanding how winter affects youth mental health […]
Why warm clothing can save a life
Freezing winter temperatures pose a serious threat to children living in humanitarian crises. In conflict-affected areas such as Ukraine, access to warm clothing, shelter, and heating can mean the difference between survival and life-threatening illness. This article explains why winter relief is critical for children – and how warm clothing saves lives. As winter arrives, […]