Ben Ramalingam
@benramalingam
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Chief Strategic Development Officer @UnicefUK
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Joined October 2009
While the government announced a new review into child poverty, they have missed the opportunity to take important action. Join us by signing the petition calling on the government to end the two-child limit and deliver a Baby and Toddler Guarantee. https://t.co/2G7nUoxNZL
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Today, Rachel Reeves announced her new budget. She could have decided to invest in the lives of children. But instead, the most vulnerable here & around the world have not been prioritised. Read the full statement from UNICEF UK CEO @PhilipUNICEF_UK 👉 https://t.co/EiVwYIKtdn
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“I wish the war ends.” - Bayan, 7 years old “I just want the war to end.” - Zaynaldin, 9 years old “I wish I could continue my education.” - Eyad, 14 years old These are the hopes of the children of Gaza. They desperately need an immediate and long-lasting ceasefire.
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We urge the newly elected UK Government to prioritise children: 👉End the two-child limit and benefits cap 👉Introduce a national Baby & Toddler Guarantee 👉Reinstate the commitment to spend 0.7% on aid 👉Deliver a Global Growing Up Promise The time for action is now
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⚠️ 'Over a century of history has led us to expect continuous improvements in health. Over the last dozen years that has changed' Prof @MichaelMarmot warning about declining health. Our latest report finds children as young as five affected: https://t.co/7gc7RxVlfM
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I’ve just blitzed through @naomi_ontheatre brilliant podcast on cocreation & how to do it. Loved listening to artists articulately talk about this powerful practice which is so often invisible, ignored & under the radar. Give it a listen!! @rODIUMrECORDS @nedglasier @tashigore
Conrad didn't change. And the ripples of change and new works of art that have been created because of that have been massive. Listen to his story here:
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Remembering exactly why we do this ❤️ Donate at https://t.co/Or3pvRa17p 💙 🏴 2-2 🌍 | #SoccerAid
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The teams go into the break all square at 2-2! 💨 Catch the second half live on @ITV, @ITVX & @WeAreSTV 📺 🏴 2-2 🌍 | #SoccerAid
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ELLEN WHITE! THE FIRST FEMALE GOALSCORER IN SOCCER AID HISTORY💥 Donate at https://t.co/Or3pvRa17p 💙 🏴 2-2 🌍 | #SoccerAid
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The urgency of the #ClimateCrisis and its effects on child health are undeniable. Yet, #children and #adolescents have been largely ignored in the climate response. Our new Editorial urges immediate and bold action: https://t.co/rKjoVOirq3
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Today's @ONS stats show the devastating impacts of extreme poverty and deprivation on children's life chances. The mortality rate for infants living in the most deprived areas in England was almost 3x higher than in the least deprived. ❌ This is not okay.
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Excited to be starting as Executive Director, Cambridge Conservation Initiative (CCI) - amazing partnership of NGOs and researchers working together for people and nature. Thanks to @IDS_UK for 34 incredible years and a decade as Director - keep up the great work.
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We are moving! As our HEN grows rapidly, local authorities across the UK in around 50 places are doing what they can with the diminishing resources they have through partnership working across our eight 'Marmot Principles'. We certainly have a plan that works!
The Health Equity Network now has more than 2000 members! Launched in January 2023, only members can access a forthcoming £3m @landg_group Health Equity Fund @michaelmarmot @petegladwell
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We need your help. We're responding to crises around the world right now. Your donation can help us continue reaching people.
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We repeat. Children in Gaza must be protected. UNICEF continues to call for an immediate ceasefire, the unconditional release of all hostages and an end to the senseless killing of children. #CeasefireNow
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This World Nutrition Day we're celebrating the amazing news that every £1 you donate to Soccer Aid for UNICEF will be doubled - up to £4 million - thanks to the Children's Investment Fund Foundation. Donate here: https://t.co/D3LX7ARJV5
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#climatechange made downpours associated with cluster of named #storms in UK and Ireland last autumn/winter 20% more intense, says new @WWAttribution rapid analysis; in @BritishRedCross pic, first responders on the road in Cumbria after Storm Babet- https://t.co/SvO9jPvTJF
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The best place to relax is near water. After just 2 minutes of viewing water outdoors, blood pressure and heart rate drop. It's more calming to look at a lake, pool, or stream than trees or grass. Beaches are popular for a reason. Wider bodies of water bring more tranquility.
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Children and their families in #Gaza are seeking shelter on any available land. They need protection but there is nowhere left to go. UNICEF is working with partners to provide emergency support yet there are no tents and very few supplies left. A #ceasefire is needed now.
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