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UNICEF Australia UNICEF works in the world’s toughest places to protect the rights of every child and fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.

This page is a space to learn more about the work of UNICEF, and the issues the communities we work with face daily, as well as a space for our supporters to share their own personal experiences of advocating for a better world for children. UNICEF Australia welcomes honest, friendly and open conversation on our page, however we reserve the right to remove comments or discussion posts whi

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28/08/2026

For 15-year-old Lorna and her classmates, getting to school means swimming across a river every single day.

In 2012, floods washed away a bridge that linked more than 1,000 residents to the other side of a river in Papua New Guinea (PNG). With climate change raising water levels, the crossings are becoming more dangerous. But more than a decade later, the bridge still hasn’t been rebuilt because of a lack of funds.

As climate shocks become more frequent and intense, children’s lives are being put at risk. We must act now to protect every child's future.

Two days ago, devastating flash-flooding struck northern Nepal. At least 17,000 children have been affected and the numb...
28/08/2026

Two days ago, devastating flash-flooding struck northern Nepal. At least 17,000 children have been affected and the number is increasing.

This is what we know so far, and what UNICEF is doing to help.

Read more here: https://unicef.au/4hZ9V7K

Severe flooding has devastated communities in Nepal's Rasuwa District along the Nepal-Tibet border, leaving entire commu...
27/08/2026

Severe flooding has devastated communities in Nepal's Rasuwa District along the Nepal-Tibet border, leaving entire communities facing loss, displacement and uncertainty.

We are shocked and saddened at the images and footage emerging from the disaster, and our concern is first and foremost for the children and families affected.

Support our appeal to help UNICEF reach children in Nepal with lifesaving health, nutrition and shelter: https://unicef.au/45MfUFE

Children in Ukraine are still being killed and injured in their homes, playgrounds, and communities. Since 2022, nearly...
26/08/2026

Children in Ukraine are still being killed and injured in their homes, playgrounds, and communities.

Since 2022, nearly 4,000 children have been killed or injured in this war. In July alone, 17 children were killed, and 166 injured - the highest monthly number of child casualties in Ukraine since April 2022.

UNICEF is calling for an immediate end to attacks that kill and injure children and the protection of the schools, hospitals and infrastructure they depend on.

Read the full statement: https://unicef.au/4zEDGks

24/08/2026

Who’s ready for Dusk to Dawn!?

We’re three months out from the big event and can’t wait to see all our walkers exploring a new side of the city, pushing their fitness goals, and making a difference for children around the world.

Sign up now for this 42km challenge – find more info here: https://unicef.au/4fqwAIj

22/08/2026

In the most remote regions of Timor-Leste, mobile health teams are making sure children grow up healthy.

UNICEF spokesperson James Elder joined one of these teams, crossing rivers and climbing mountains to reach every child.

When there's risk of a public health emergency, teams of health workers mobilise in moments. For diseases like cholera,...
21/08/2026

When there's risk of a public health emergency, teams of health workers mobilise in moments.

For diseases like cholera, UNICEF-supported health teams like the one Sketina is in are pivotal to containing the spread of disease. They speak with community leaders, treat any individuals who are suffering from symptoms, and raise awareness about the risks to children and families. Before an outbreak can start, these rapid response health teams are already acting.

Thanks to health workers like Sketina, we’re making sure that every child is protected against preventable disease.

Walking with a pep in her step! In Laos, children with disabilities can face stigma and limited access to education and...
20/08/2026

Walking with a pep in her step!

In Laos, children with disabilities can face stigma and limited access to education and health care. But while little Maiyia has grown up with a disability, she doesn’t let that slow her down.

Thanks to regular home monitoring visits through a UNICEF-supported rehabilitation program, Maiyia has received physiotherapy and innovative solutions like this bamboo walking rail to transform her mobility.

Around the world, we’re helping children like Maiyia to build strength, balance, and confidence, so that every child has access to a life without limitations.

19/08/2026

Brendan Ross grew up in Adelaide. Today, he's UNICEF South Sudan's Chief of Child Protection - reuniting children separated from their families by conflict, and helping former child soldiers and survivors of violence rebuild their lives.

Brendan and his team can only do this work because they're able to safely reach children. But around the world, humanitarian workers are facing increasing attacks. They are being killed, injured, detained, and denied safe access to the children who need them. Deliberately targeting humanitarian workers is prohibited under the rules of war. And yet it keeps happening.

This World Humanitarian Day, we're calling on parties to conflict and world leaders to protect humanitarian workers and the lifesaving work they do for children.

Read more of Brendan's story: https://unicef.au/4ge8Vd9

Want to start your advocacy journey but not sure how? We’ve got you covered. Here are some useful tips for young people ...
18/08/2026

Want to start your advocacy journey but not sure how? We’ve got you covered.

Here are some useful tips for young people to use their voice and advocate for any issues they care about. Let’s change the world together!

Read more: https://unicef.au/3U2Lb4n

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