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| Abbreviation | UNICEF Malaysia |
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| Formation | 1954 |
| Type | Intergovernmental organisation (IGO) |
| Legal status | Active |
| Headquarters | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |
Head | Robert Gass (Representative) |
Parent organization | UNICEF |
| Website | www |
UNICEF Malaysia is one of over 190 national offices of the United Nations Children’s Fund. Since its establishment in 1954, UNICEF Malaysia has been on the ground to uphold the rights of children in Malaysia, including their right to an education, healthcare and protection from abuse and exploitation. It also advocates for political change in support of children, and works with partner organizations from the public, charity and private sectors, to effect change. It is a Malaysian affiliate of the UNICEF.