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In an important step for child advocacy in Papua New Guinea, representatives from 17 Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), together with UNICEF and Dame Carol Kidu, gathered yesterday for the inaugural CSO Forum on Children and Young People. The forum will provide a unified

This EU Day, we would like to thank the European Union for being a dedicated partner in delivering life-changing WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) Programmes in Papua New Guinea.   With only 41% of the population having access to safe drinking water and just 13% to improved

Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate mothers worldwide. However, for many mothers, the challenges they face in accessing proper nutrition and essential healthcare overshadow this celebration. In Papua New Guinea, 45% of pregnant women suffer from anaemia, a condition that can

It is every child’s right to have a safe journey to school, home, family and friends.   Yet, every week in Papua New Guinea, approximately 10 children lose their lives due to road traffic crashes (data.who.int). Many more are injured, often with severe and

Only 13% of children in Papua New Guinea are registered. This significantly hinders children’s ability to access healthcare, education, and legal protections. But change is here. Yesterday, the Government of Papua New Guinea launched the Civil and Identity Registration Act (CIR

Children are not just small adults – they see and react to traffic differently. That’s why road safety education in schools and at home is critical. Here are some tips you can share with your children. #RoadSafety #EndChildInjury #MakeWalkingSafe

During a press conference at the National Department of Health (NDOH) this morning, the Government of Papua New Guinea officially launched its national emergency response to address the confirmed outbreak of poliovirus. Health Minister Elias Kapavore outlined immediate plans to

As #RoadSafetyWeek comes to an end, we had the pleasure of attending Equal Playing Field’s engaging and educational road safety event for students in Port Moresby. Every child deserves to go to school and return home safely. Yet far too many lives are lost each year doing just

Polio knows no borders. A new outbreak in Papua New Guinea puts children at risk—where vaccination rates are dangerously low. UNICEF is supporting rapid response teams to reach the most vulnerable children w/ life-saving vaccines. UNICEF Papua New Guinea ABC News msn.com/en-au/news/aus…

UNICEF welcomes PM Marape’s pledge to accelerate reforms for children’s health, education, and protection. Full story: unicef.org/png/press-rele… #ForEveryChild #ChildWellbeing #LeadershipForChange

#Polio remains a threat until it is eradicated everywhere. UNICEF is proud to support the Government of Papua New Guinea’s rapid response to the newly declared outbreak, alongside #WHO and other key partners. This article explains why global cooperation and sustained investment

Starting this Sunday, we will welcome the United Nations’ top child rights envoy, Dr Najat Maalla M’jid, for a landmark mission to confront violence against children. With nearly three in four children in PNG experiencing abuse, neglect or exploitation, this visit comes at a

UN Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Violence Against Children, Dr Najat Maalla M’jid, arrived in Papua New Guinea (PNG) yesterday for a pivotal three-day mission focused on ending violence against children and advancing child protection reforms.   Her first

The UN’s Special Representative on Child Protection, Dr Najat Maalla M’jid, has called on Papua New Guinea to step up efforts to protect children from violence.   Meeting with senior leaders in Port Moresby yesterday, Dr Najat emphasised the urgent need for accountability and

Papua New Guinea’s political leaders united to establish the country’s first Permanent Parliamentary Committee on Children and Youth. This major milestone coincided with the official visit of Dr Najat Maalla M’jid, the UN Special Representative of the Secretary-General on

Children deserve to be heard, but also to be safe. Whether it’s journalists, educators, or anyone sharing a child’s stories, we all have a responsibility to do so with care and integrity. Kudos to our colleagues at UNICEF Cambodia for putting together essential tips for anyone

When children thrive, a nation rises. Safer childhoods are not a side issue — they are the very foundation of peace and progress. Following a four-day visit to Papua New Guinea, Dr Najat Maalla M’Jid, UN Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Violence Against

On Friday 30th of June, the parents of Southern Cross Assurance Limited chose to spend their afternoon in an Oky Information Session – an afternoon dedicated to learning about menstrual health and hygiene for adolescent girls.   During the session, parents understood the