The Unicef Circle
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THE UNICEF CIRCLE (R88) Sq.Set Roy Goldring Unicef Circle 19951- 8 1M+3M turn RH and chase clockwise ½ way round outside to opposite places
9-16 1L+3L turn LH and chase anticlockwise ½ way round outside to opposite places
17-32 2s+4s repeat bars 1- 16
33-40 1s+3s in prom hold advance and retire and promenade ½ way round and end facing 3s/1s
41-48 1s+3s dance RH across and LH back to end in original places
49-64 2s+4s repeat bars 33-48
65-72 All Men dance in front of partner, behind next Lady, in front of next Lady and behind next Lady back to places
73-80 All Ladies repeat dancing in front of partner to start
81-88 All circle 8H round and back
(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)
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The United Nations Children's Fund is a United Nations programme headquartered in New York City, created in 1946, that provides humanitarian and developmental assistance to children and mothers in developing countries.The UNICEF Circle is an initiative by the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) aimed at mobilizing resources and support to advance children's rights and well-being globally.
The primary mission of the UNICEF Circle is to bring together individuals, corporations, and organizations committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children around the world.
The UNICEF Circle serves as a collaborative platform where donors, partners, and advocates join forces to address critical issues affecting children, including access to education, healthcare, nutrition, and protection from violence.
This initiative operates on a global scale, leveraging the collective influence of its members to support UNICEF's programs in over 190 countries and territories, reaching children in need regardless of their location or circumstances.
The UNICEF Circle concentrates on key areas such as emergency response, child protection, education, and health. Through strategic partnerships and sustainable projects, the initiative aims to create lasting positive change for children facing adversity.
The UNICEF Circle embraces innovation and seeks creative solutions to challenges affecting children. By harnessing the power of technology, partnerships, and grassroots efforts, it strives to find effective and scalable ways to improve the lives of vulnerable children.
Individuals and entities joining the UNICEF Circle have the opportunity to engage directly with UNICEF's work, receive updates on the impact of their contributions, and participate in events and initiatives that promote children's rights.
Unicef Circle
"Children Dancing In A Ring" Hans Thoma (1839-1924), Oil On Canvas, c. 1872
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