A fictional book series developed by and for children to help families cope with conflict, war and other emergencies

UNICEF

UNICEF

Living somewhere unsafe or affected by armed conflict can cause feelings such as fear, sadness, anger, and hopelessness. With this reality in mind, UNICEF and the World Health Organization have collaborated to develop “My Hero is You: Supporting each other when wars come,” a story developed for and by children around the world.

The story aims to support the mental health and well-being of children affected by armed conflict, as well as their parents and caregivers. We asked children and their caregivers how they try to manage these feelings and support their well-being during times of war. We also asked them to share their hopes and dreams for the future.

Nearly 1,500 children, parents, and caregivers shared their ideas and offered us feedback on the story. We listened to their feedback …