Since 1962, UNICEF Ireland has been working for children through its fundraising and advocacy work in Ireland. UNICEF Ireland supports UNICEF’s global work. UNICEF works in 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. And we never give up. UNICEF is committed to finding the best and most cost-effective ways to help children thrive, providing life-saving health care, nutrition and education. UNICEF has been in operation for over 70 years. UNICEF, for every child.