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Children on the Edge

Actress Susannah Fielding presents the Radio 4 appeal on behalf of Children on the Edge.

Actress Susannah Fielding presents the Radio 4 appeal on behalf of Children on the Edge. The charity helps marginalised children, including those living in refugee camps, access quality education.

The Radio 4 Appeal features a new charity every week. Each appeal then runs on Radio 4 from Sunday 0754 for 7 days.

To Give:
- Freephone 0800 404 8144
- Freepost ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 Appeal. (That’s the whole address. Please do not write anything else on the front of the envelope). Mark the back of the envelope ‘Children on the Edge’.
- Cheques should be made payable to ‘Children on the Edge’.
- You can donate online at bbc.co.uk/appeal/radio4
- Please ensure you are donating to the correct charity by checking the name of the charity on the donate page.

Registered Charity Number: 1101441. If you’d like to find out more about the charity’s work visit *https://childrenontheedge.org/
*The ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ is not responsible for content on external websites

Producer: Katy Takatsuki

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Thu 16 Oct 2025 15:27

Children on the Edge

work with local communities to provide education and protection for marginalised children in Africa and Asia. We partner with people in the toughest situations, creating safe environments where children can thrive. 

Romaina’s new alphabet

Romaina’s new alphabet
Living in the world's largest refugee camp, Romaina struggled to learn because lessons were taught in a language she didn't understand. Now, thanks to the introduction of a new Rohingya alphabet called Hanifi, she is making rapid progress.

A literacy revolution for the Rohingya

A literacy revolution for the Rohingya
Children on the Edge are delivering the first ever mother-tongue lessons in the camp for the Rohingya people who live there. It’s transforming children’s learning and giving hope for the future.

Give the gift of a real education

Give the gift of a real education
Your gift can help provide meaningful education for thousands of displaced children from Myanmar, in bright, colourful classrooms. To double your impact, a generous foundation will match donations to a total of £25,000. 

Broadcasts

  • Sun 12 Oct 2025 07:54
  • Sun 12 Oct 2025 21:25
  • Thu 16 Oct 2025 15:27

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