Bertrand Bainvel
@bbainvel-unicefeu.bsky.social
UNICEF Representative to European Union Institutions and Director of the Partnership Office in Brussels
Working for every right #ForEveryChild 👫
Working for every right #ForEveryChild 👫
The African Union and @ec.europa.eu Summit underscores how essential the partnership between the AU + EU is for advancing the rights and opportunities of Africa’s children and youth. Strong cooperation between both unions remains vital to driving lasting progress.
November 25, 2025 at 12:00 PM
The African Union and @ec.europa.eu Summit underscores how essential the partnership between the AU + EU is for advancing the rights and opportunities of Africa’s children and youth. Strong cooperation between both unions remains vital to driving lasting progress.
The meeting with Jozef Sikela and GenUnlimited's Global Leadership Council co-chaired by @unicef.org Catherine Russell, was an opportunity to highlight innovative partnerships with private sector to power youth skills. The EU has a huge role to play in this space through the #GlobalGateway.
October 1, 2025 at 7:06 AM
The meeting with Jozef Sikela and GenUnlimited's Global Leadership Council co-chaired by @unicef.org Catherine Russell, was an opportunity to highlight innovative partnerships with private sector to power youth skills. The EU has a huge role to play in this space through the #GlobalGateway.
Ensuring the safety of unaccompanied and separated migrant children in Europe is urgent. Grateful to Octavio Caraballo Presidencia de Gobierno & Stephane Soriano Gómez for hosting today’s meeting and inviting UNICEF to share our experience protecting children’s best interests with EU Member States.
September 25, 2025 at 9:04 AM
Ensuring the safety of unaccompanied and separated migrant children in Europe is urgent. Grateful to Octavio Caraballo Presidencia de Gobierno & Stephane Soriano Gómez for hosting today’s meeting and inviting UNICEF to share our experience protecting children’s best interests with EU Member States.
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With 2024 and 25 the deadliest years for humanitarian workers, the world is failing them - and the children who rely on them.
Leaders and parties to conflicts must move from words to action. Let humanitarian workers do their jobs. End impunity for attacks. #WorldHumanitarianDay
Leaders and parties to conflicts must move from words to action. Let humanitarian workers do their jobs. End impunity for attacks. #WorldHumanitarianDay
August 19, 2025 at 7:13 AM
With 2024 and 25 the deadliest years for humanitarian workers, the world is failing them - and the children who rely on them.
Leaders and parties to conflicts must move from words to action. Let humanitarian workers do their jobs. End impunity for attacks. #WorldHumanitarianDay
Leaders and parties to conflicts must move from words to action. Let humanitarian workers do their jobs. End impunity for attacks. #WorldHumanitarianDay
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Two out of three of the famine thresholds have now been breached in parts of Gaza, with food consumption and nutrition indicators at their worst levels since the conflict began.
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UN Agencies warn key food and nutrition indicators exceed famine thresholds in Gaza
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July 29, 2025 at 8:59 AM
Two out of three of the famine thresholds have now been breached in parts of Gaza, with food consumption and nutrition indicators at their worst levels since the conflict began.
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This is a man-made disaster.
Enough is enough. The United Nations must be allowed to deliver aid of all types at scale to families in Gaza, wherever they are.
Enough is enough. The United Nations must be allowed to deliver aid of all types at scale to families in Gaza, wherever they are.
July 21, 2025 at 6:57 PM
This is a man-made disaster.
Enough is enough. The United Nations must be allowed to deliver aid of all types at scale to families in Gaza, wherever they are.
Enough is enough. The United Nations must be allowed to deliver aid of all types at scale to families in Gaza, wherever they are.
"The simple truth is that we are failing Gaza's children. Seen through their eyes, our failure is a betrayal of their right to be children." Principles for humanitarian assistance must be upheld; let UNICEF and humanitarian actors do our jobs www.unicef.org/press-releas...
UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell’s remarks on the humanitarian situation for children in Gaza at the UN Security Council meeting
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July 17, 2025 at 9:14 AM
"The simple truth is that we are failing Gaza's children. Seen through their eyes, our failure is a betrayal of their right to be children." Principles for humanitarian assistance must be upheld; let UNICEF and humanitarian actors do our jobs www.unicef.org/press-releas...
A win for financing for development – and a win for children. This PFA will help governments make their @eib.org loans work more effectively for children by using a cost-effective, predictable and efficient procurement services mechanism.
July 3, 2025 at 7:55 AM
A win for financing for development – and a win for children. This PFA will help governments make their @eib.org loans work more effectively for children by using a cost-effective, predictable and efficient procurement services mechanism.
In these troubling times it's heartening to see @gavi.org secure a record €7.7bn in pledges. Investing in health is essential for children, inc those in crises, but also has huge economic dividends - a message @unicefchief emphasized in meetings with Josef Sikela and @hadjalahbib.bsky.social
June 26, 2025 at 4:00 PM
In these troubling times it's heartening to see @gavi.org secure a record €7.7bn in pledges. Investing in health is essential for children, inc those in crises, but also has huge economic dividends - a message @unicefchief emphasized in meetings with Josef Sikela and @hadjalahbib.bsky.social
Child labour denies children their right to learn, play and simply be children.
Yesterday was World Day Against Child Labour, it’s heartening to share news of a new @ec.europa.eu UNICEF Türkiye and the government of Türkiye partnership aimed at ending child labour in the country.
Yesterday was World Day Against Child Labour, it’s heartening to share news of a new @ec.europa.eu UNICEF Türkiye and the government of Türkiye partnership aimed at ending child labour in the country.
June 13, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Child labour denies children their right to learn, play and simply be children.
Yesterday was World Day Against Child Labour, it’s heartening to share news of a new @ec.europa.eu UNICEF Türkiye and the government of Türkiye partnership aimed at ending child labour in the country.
Yesterday was World Day Against Child Labour, it’s heartening to share news of a new @ec.europa.eu UNICEF Türkiye and the government of Türkiye partnership aimed at ending child labour in the country.
1 in 5 children aged 2-4 don’t play with caregivers at home. On #DayOfPlay, I joined COFACE EU to highlight why play is serious business.
@unicef.org is working to mainstream play in our programs - and we call on govts and businesses to ensure every child has the right to play.
@unicef.org is working to mainstream play in our programs - and we call on govts and businesses to ensure every child has the right to play.
June 13, 2025 at 6:41 AM
1 in 5 children aged 2-4 don’t play with caregivers at home. On #DayOfPlay, I joined COFACE EU to highlight why play is serious business.
@unicef.org is working to mainstream play in our programs - and we call on govts and businesses to ensure every child has the right to play.
@unicef.org is working to mainstream play in our programs - and we call on govts and businesses to ensure every child has the right to play.
The #HamburgDeclaration on Responsible #AI for Sustainable Development is adopted. So pleased to formally endorse it on behalf of @UNICEF. Children's best interests must drive the evolution of AI. We want a safe AI that works for all of them – inc the most vulnerable. #HSC2025
June 4, 2025 at 9:30 AM
The #HamburgDeclaration on Responsible #AI for Sustainable Development is adopted. So pleased to formally endorse it on behalf of @UNICEF. Children's best interests must drive the evolution of AI. We want a safe AI that works for all of them – inc the most vulnerable. #HSC2025
What a truly inspiring exchange between our UNICEF sponsored youth with@reemalabali.bsky.social at #HSC2025. From reforestation to inclusive climate action, young leaders are shaping solutions. Grateful for @unicef.org's partnership with @bmz.de to drive impact #ForEveryChild. #Youthparticipation
June 4, 2025 at 8:42 AM
What a truly inspiring exchange between our UNICEF sponsored youth with@reemalabali.bsky.social at #HSC2025. From reforestation to inclusive climate action, young leaders are shaping solutions. Grateful for @unicef.org's partnership with @bmz.de to drive impact #ForEveryChild. #Youthparticipation
The #EHF2025 is always a key event – doubly so this year due to recent aid funding cuts.
As @UNICEFchief stressed, we must work together as a sector and with partners to do all we can to protect children in emergencies - for their rights and for future security and stability.
As @UNICEFchief stressed, we must work together as a sector and with partners to do all we can to protect children in emergencies - for their rights and for future security and stability.
May 20, 2025 at 4:38 PM
The #EHF2025 is always a key event – doubly so this year due to recent aid funding cuts.
As @UNICEFchief stressed, we must work together as a sector and with partners to do all we can to protect children in emergencies - for their rights and for future security and stability.
As @UNICEFchief stressed, we must work together as a sector and with partners to do all we can to protect children in emergencies - for their rights and for future security and stability.
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@unicef.org's Report Card 19 finds that children are less happy with their lives, are more likely to be overweight and are not doing as well in school. Progress in child well-being is increasingly vulnerable to global events and shocks.
Find out more: www.unicef.org/innocenti/re...
Find out more: www.unicef.org/innocenti/re...
May 16, 2025 at 6:35 AM
@unicef.org's Report Card 19 finds that children are less happy with their lives, are more likely to be overweight and are not doing as well in school. Progress in child well-being is increasingly vulnerable to global events and shocks.
Find out more: www.unicef.org/innocenti/re...
Find out more: www.unicef.org/innocenti/re...
Thank you to Leire Pajín Iraola for inviting UNICEF to a parliamentary roundtable on the future of Humanitarian Aid & the opportunity to reiterate the upholding of International Humanitarian Law. EU diplomacy + financial aid is vital for children in conflict.
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"Children cannot wait. They count on the EU to reverse the situation."
Bertrand Bainvel, UNICEF Representative to the EU's, remarks at the European Parliament on the future of Humanitarian Aid
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April 24, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Thank you to Leire Pajín Iraola for inviting UNICEF to a parliamentary roundtable on the future of Humanitarian Aid & the opportunity to reiterate the upholding of International Humanitarian Law. EU diplomacy + financial aid is vital for children in conflict.
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The EU has been a long-time child rights champion and there's no better expression of this commitment than prioritizing children in its budget. It's also a highly strategic choice.
My thoughts on why a child-focused MFF is crucial for the EU's future. www.unicef.org/eu/stories/w...
My thoughts on why a child-focused MFF is crucial for the EU's future. www.unicef.org/eu/stories/w...
Why a pro-child long-term budget is one of the best investments the EU can make
An opinion piece from Bertrand Bainvel UNICEF Representative to European Union Institutions
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April 7, 2025 at 2:25 PM
The EU has been a long-time child rights champion and there's no better expression of this commitment than prioritizing children in its budget. It's also a highly strategic choice.
My thoughts on why a child-focused MFF is crucial for the EU's future. www.unicef.org/eu/stories/w...
My thoughts on why a child-focused MFF is crucial for the EU's future. www.unicef.org/eu/stories/w...
Putting children at the heart of the EU’s long-term budget is one of the best investments it can make – and is key to boosting its competitiveness, security and cohesion. Read our new paper on the MFF www.unicef.org/eu/documents...
Putting Children at the Heart of the EU’s Next Multiannual Financial Framework
The decisions made by the European Union (EU) – through its legislation, policies, practices, and financing – have a profound impact on every aspect of children’s lives, both inside and outside the EU...
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April 4, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Putting children at the heart of the EU’s long-term budget is one of the best investments it can make – and is key to boosting its competitiveness, security and cohesion. Read our new paper on the MFF www.unicef.org/eu/documents...
A pleasure to join great discussions this week between UNICEF ED Catherine Russell and EU leadership. It’s clear the EU remains a crucial partner for children. We must build on this momentum, continuing our collaboration, investing in children, and putting them central to the EU’s action.
March 28, 2025 at 5:06 PM
A pleasure to join great discussions this week between UNICEF ED Catherine Russell and EU leadership. It’s clear the EU remains a crucial partner for children. We must build on this momentum, continuing our collaboration, investing in children, and putting them central to the EU’s action.
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Statement by UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell on the attacks in Gaza: www.unicef.org/press-releas...
Statement by UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell on the attacks in Gaza
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March 18, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Statement by UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell on the attacks in Gaza: www.unicef.org/press-releas...
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If you don’t get your child vaccinated against measles, it can put them at a high risk of this serious infection, which can lead to severe complications or even death.
Make sure your child’s measles vaccination is up to date.
Make sure your child’s measles vaccination is up to date.
March 14, 2025 at 12:18 PM
If you don’t get your child vaccinated against measles, it can put them at a high risk of this serious infection, which can lead to severe complications or even death.
Make sure your child’s measles vaccination is up to date.
Make sure your child’s measles vaccination is up to date.
Thank you @eu_echo for this evaluation of our partnership. It helps to counter current narratives on the inefficiency and irrelevance of humanitarian action. Our joint commitment to humanitarian principles is making a real difference for children.
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Combined evaluation of the EU's humanitarian interventions in Central Africa and of DG ECHO's partnership with UNICEF 2019-2023 - Publications Office of the EU
This evaluation of the European Union’s (EU) humanitarian interventions in central Africa (CA) 2019-2023 aims to serve learning and accountability purposes. It focuses on four countries: Cameroon, the...
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March 12, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Thank you @eu_echo for this evaluation of our partnership. It helps to counter current narratives on the inefficiency and irrelevance of humanitarian action. Our joint commitment to humanitarian principles is making a real difference for children.
data.europa.eu/doi/10.2795/...
data.europa.eu/doi/10.2795/...
The #EIBforum showed why global partners working together is so vital for supporting children. This included tackling global health challenges and celebrating a polio response reaching >45 outbreaks in last year.
Very encouraged by discussions on our next @unicef.org @eib.org frontier.
Very encouraged by discussions on our next @unicef.org @eib.org frontier.
March 7, 2025 at 2:37 PM
The #EIBforum showed why global partners working together is so vital for supporting children. This included tackling global health challenges and celebrating a polio response reaching >45 outbreaks in last year.
Very encouraged by discussions on our next @unicef.org @eib.org frontier.
Very encouraged by discussions on our next @unicef.org @eib.org frontier.
Children are among the most vulnerable to harmful business practices.
It’s vital the #OmnibusProposal does not weaken protections for child rights in EU's corporate sustainability agenda and implementation of the 2024 #CSDDD and #CSRD directives.
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It’s vital the #OmnibusProposal does not weaken protections for child rights in EU's corporate sustainability agenda and implementation of the 2024 #CSDDD and #CSRD directives.
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UNICEF urges the EU to ensure that protection of child rights is not weakened in the omnibus process
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February 26, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Children are among the most vulnerable to harmful business practices.
It’s vital the #OmnibusProposal does not weaken protections for child rights in EU's corporate sustainability agenda and implementation of the 2024 #CSDDD and #CSRD directives.
www.unicef.org/eu/stories/u...
It’s vital the #OmnibusProposal does not weaken protections for child rights in EU's corporate sustainability agenda and implementation of the 2024 #CSDDD and #CSRD directives.
www.unicef.org/eu/stories/u...