An Appeal from UNICEF African Relief

"One of the most serious human tragedies in the world continues to unfold in East Africa, where famine, conflict, and the worst drought in years have brought millions of people close to starvation. More than half of those in danger are children—children who are crying for their very lives.

"As it has in so many past emergencies, UNICEF is responding to this crisis. In addition to regular program commitments in 46 African nations, the Children's Fund has drawn up a $53 million program of special assistance in East Africa and other areas where the lives of more than 20 million people are in serious jeopardy.

"In Somalia, where one out of every four persons is a refugee, UNICEF has helped to train over 1,800 refugee health workers and is coordinating a clean drinking water and sanitation program in some 30 camps. Emergency food is being rushed to millions of drought victims in Ethiopia, a special feeding program is under way in Uganda, and in Djibouti, a major water supply program is being developed. UNICEF also is providing special assistance for children and mothers in Angola, Central African Republic, Chad, Sudan, and Zimbabwe.

"UNICEF will continue to help. But how many children are saved, and how soon, depends on the concern and action taken by citizens of the world. Please help by sending your tax-deductible contribution to":

UNICEF African Relief,

331 East 38th Street, New York, N.Y. 10016 (212) 686-5522

Or contact your local UNICEF Committee