Launching Game Action, a new fundraiser for 2021
Streaming events and a massive sale are the order of the day for the charity activation which will launch on 23 October.
News and stories
Read the latest news from War Child and the stories of the children and families we support around the world.
New report from War Child finds that the UK government is providing military support to states committing grave rights violations against children
In the newly published report today, War Child argues that building the capacity of partner military forces, without appropriate efforts to ensure that the capacity is used in accordance with international law and best practice, places more children at risk.
Celebs show support for children in conflict through one-of-a-kind experiences for UK charity War Child
On World Ballet Day 2021, War Child UK has launched Shop for Good, a collaboration with the charity’s friends from the creative industries to support children in conflict zones around the world.
New releases from War Child Records
War Child releases four classic albums originally released for War Child between 2002 and 2009, on War Child Records, our new independent record label.
Rising Star Griff to Headline Exclusive Show at Lafayette in Support of War Child UK’s ‘Day Of The Girl’ Initiative
BRIT Award Rising Star winner Griff is set to headline a personally curated intimate live show at Lafayette on the 8th of October, in support of War Child UK - the specialist charity for children living in conflict.
UK friends take on walk to Iraq to raise money for War Child
Portsmouth-based friends Mitchell Jones and George Sweeney are set to embark on an expedition which will see them traverse from the UK to Iraq mostly on foot, in aid of War Child UK.
Jawad's story
Following the death of his father, Jawad had no choice but to embark on a long and treacherous journey from Afghanistan to Iran to try and provide for his family.
Rinsola Babajide appointed War Child's first ever sports ambassador
The Rising football star is War Child’s first ever sports ambassador and will lend her support and voice to raise awareness of War Child’s work in protecting, educating and standing up for the rights of children living through conflict.
Massive Attacks Robert Del Naja launches artwork in support of Gaza
Today, Massive Attack's Robert del Naja is releasing a new limited edition print, 'Help95', with all proceeds to be donated to War Child's Gaza Appeal.
Kano to headline O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire in August in support of War Child
The show will be amongst the biggest to mark the return of live music and will be War Child’s first event since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Hamas' story
The impacts of COVID-19 on Hamas’ family left her unable to go to school. This story is all too common for families in Yemen, who must place daily survival over their children’s education.
Record Store Day 2021
War Child Records announces first release as part of the Official Charity Partnership with Record Store Day.
