Who we are
As one of the 120 active Campus Initiative Clubs around the country, members of the UNICEF Student Chapter at the University of Michigan strive to educate, advocate and fundraise on behalf of UNICEF, in order to reach zero preventable deaths.
our work
We donate to UNICEF Child Protection initiatives that prevent and respond to violence against children, such as exploitation, trafficking, child labor, and more.
"UNICEF strives to create a world where every child grows up free from fear, exploitation, and harm."
We support children's right to survive and thrive by educating our peers and community about the burdens that children face both nationally and globally.
"UNICEF will continue to provide vulnerable children around the world with the support and services they need to reach their full potential."
We raise funds for UNICEF's Emergency and Disaster Relief efforts to protect the world's most vulnerable children and achieve global childhood well-being.
"Every year, UNICEF responds to approximately 300 humanitarian situations, from conflicts to natural disasters."
Meet our executive board!
Mandy Morello
Co-President
SAMANTHA KLOS
Education Chair
Lilian shreiner
Fundraising Chair
Tavanya seth
Media Chair
Ana Pislaru
Social Chair
SELIN BAYTAN
Co-President
JOEY DO
Advocacy Chair
Sinit LIJAM
Marketing Chair
EMILY GONG
Secretary
Melissa Cox
Service Chair
Committee Leads
Dana Marion
Project Lead
kim briceno
Project Lead
Dr. Fatma Müge Göçek
ADVISOR
"Fatma Müge Göçek is a Professor of Sociology. Her research focuses on the comparative analysis of history, politics, and gender in the first and third worlds. She critically analyzes the impact of processes such as development, nationalism, religious movements, and collective violence on minorities. She is currently working on a theory book, constructing social theory from the vantage point of minorities."
Dr. Göçek has been UNICEF-UM's advisor since January of 2022.
Want to join our executive board?
We elect new board members each Spring so please check back for available positions. You can check our social media pages and our biweekly emails for links, notifications, and opportunities to get involved. If you have any questions, reach out via social media or email (unicefeboard@umich.edu).