About Us
UNICEF at Emporia State is a student-led organization and an official partner of UNICEF USA. Our goal is simple: to bring ESU students together to learn about global issues and take real action that improves the lives and wellbeing of children around the world. We focus on major topics like education, health, clean water, equity, and child protection, and we also explore the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). For example, we look at how goals like Quality Education, Gender Equality, and Clean Water connect to what’s happening right here in our own community and how we can help advance them.
Our club is hands-on. We plan service projects, organize advocacy campaigns, participate in fundraising efforts, and create leadership opportunities for students who want to make a real difference. Whether you care about human rights, global development, public health, gender equality, policy, or community service, or even if you’re just curious and want to learn, UNICEF at ESU is a welcoming space where your passion can grow. The best part is our club is open to everyone! We meet twice a month!
More than anything, we believe every student has the power to create change. In this club, you’ll find people who care, chances to step into leadership, meaningful ways to get involved, and a community that truly wants to make the world better; one project at a time. If you’re looking for a place to grow and do meaningful work with a supportive group, we’d love to have you join us!
Membership Benefits
By joining UNICEF at Emporia State, members get the chance to:
- Earn a UNICEF graduation cord for active involvement
- Make real impact in children’s lives through service, advocacy, and awareness campaigns
- Gain global recognition through UNICEF USA
- Develop leadership skills, including public speaking, event planning, and project management
- Promote awareness of critical global issues on campus and in the community
- Host and participate in community service projects
- Attend major conferences, including the ECOSOC Youth Forum at the United Nations Headquarters in New York
- Win free UNICEF USA merch through club activities, competitions, and participation
- Connect with UNICEF Youth leaders across the country and be part of a national network
To join us, visit our linktree here: https://linktr.ee/unicefesu
Projects & Initiatives
World Children’s Day – November 20
A yearly event where we host activities and information tables to celebrate and advocate for children’s rights.
Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF – October
Our annual October fundraiser where members help raise donations that support UNICEF’s work around the world.
Community Service Projects – Ongoing Each Semester
Volunteer activities and drives that support local organizations and families in Emporia.
Advocacy & Awareness Campaigns – Monthly
Campaigns focused on different global issues and SDGs, shared through tabling, posters, and social media.
UNICEF Media Day
A day dedicated to photos, content creation, and highlighting our members and initiatives.
ECOSOC Youth Forum – April
An opportunity to attend the United Nations Economic and Social Council Youth Forum, meet youth leaders from around the world, and advocate for children at an international level.
General Member Meetings – Biweekly
Regular meetings where we plan projects, share updates, Learn, make new friends and welcome new members.
For more updates, photos, and upcoming event announcements, check our social media pages; we post regularly throughout the semester.