TORONTO, July 29, 2024 /CNW/ - Sevaun Palvetzian, President and CEO of UNICEF Canada, invites media to participate in a virtual roundtable on the devastating impact of wildfires on children's health and well-being, both in Canada and across the globe.

As climate change drives an increase in wildfires, UNICEF Canada is raising the alarm: children are at greater risk. According to a new UNICEF report entitled "Safe from Wildfire Smoke" particulate matter released from wildfires has been found to be approximately 10 times more harmful to respiratory health than ambient air pollution, particularly in young children. 

Event: The Impact of Wildfires on Children and How to Protect Them
Date: Tuesday, July 30, 2024
Time: 1:00 pm ET
Location: Online event, register here to reserve your place
Speakers: Swathi Manchikanti – Global Climate Adaptation and Health Expert, UNICEF
Brian Wiens - Managing Director, Canada Wildfire
Kira Young - Youth Advocate, UNICEF Canada
Luciana Phebo - Head of Health and Nutrition, UNICEF Brazil

For more information, visit unicef.ca/impact-of-wildfires-on-children-virtual-roundtable.

Notes for media:
A short Q&A will follow the presentations.
A recording of the discussion will be made available after the event.

SOURCE UNICEF Canada