Description

UNICEF, or the United Nations Children's Fund, is a leading UN agency providing humanitarian and developmental aid to children globally. With a presence in 192 countries and territories, UNICEF offers services including immunizations, disease prevention, HIV treatment, nutrition support, sanitation improvement, education promotion, and emergency relief. Originating from the International Children's Emergency Fund (ICEF) established in 1946, UNICEF was officially founded by the U.N. General Assembly to institutionalize post-war relief efforts. Since then, it has evolved to address the long-term needs of children and women, becoming a permanent part of the United Nations System in 1953.

Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan (1918–2004) was an Emirati leader, credited with founding the United Arab Emirates. He governed the Eastern Region before becoming Abu Dhabi's ruler in 1966 and later the UAE's first president until his passing in 2004. Revered as the "Father of the Nation," he played a pivotal role in uniting the seven emirates. Zayed succeeded his brother as Abu Dhabi's ruler after a peaceful coup in 1966.