06/21/2026
Nearly 118 million people around the world have been displaced by conflict and crisis, with young children among the most vulnerable.
That's why Sesame Workshop and The LEGO Foundation partnered with the International Rescue Committee and BRAC to launch Play to Learn, a humanitarian initiative that's reached over 34 million children, caregivers, and facilitators in 59 countries with researched-backed content and direct services to help them learn, grow, and thrive.
Play is more than fun—it’s how children build lifelong skills, and it provides stress relief, normalcy, and joy for those affected by trauma. Now, through Play to Learn, it can support critical early childhood development opportunities when traditional services are disrupted.
Learn more: m.sesame.org/PlaytoLearn2026
