There is no time to spare in the first 1,000 days of a child’s life – an important foundational period for development and growth. Children are more likely to lead healthier, brighter lives when they have supportive environments in these early years; the right care and nutrition are essential to their future well-being. In Timor-Leste,

Speaking to colleagues at Barnfonden, Chege Ngugi, Africa Regional Director for ChildFund International, warns that long-term solutions must not be forgotten in favor of urgent short-term efforts. Currently, over 36 million people in East Africa are being impacted by the worst drought in decades. There is a severe shortage of both food and water, and

20 July 2023 Kiribati, with its rising seawater, periods of drought, and sporadic rains, is the face of climate change in the Pacific. Accessing clean, safe water is a daily challenge for children and families. Shallow groundwater, which is contaminated with seawater, rubbish, and other waste, is the main drinking water source of the small

In Cambodia, corporal (physical) punishment is still widely used as a form of discipline in many households. Parents often resort to hitting their children when they misbehave or fail to meet their expectations. Unfortunately, this practice can have lasting negative effects on children, both physically and emotionally. That’s why in Cambodia, ChildFund is dedicated to

Did you know that young people between the ages of 15 and 24 make up 16 percent of the world’s population? Youth are an enormous part of our global identity, and their contributions are essential to a thriving human society. Yet around the world, teens and young adults often struggle to find affordable skills training

Every year, it is estimated that 400,000 children are born into the life of a refugee. In addition to suffering the trauma of being forced to leave their homes, young refugees face many threats to their wellbeing: exclusion from education and healthcare, limited access to food, water and shelter, and the daily risk of violence.

Digital technologies have revolutionized the way children learn, socialize and entertain. Their significance was profoundly felt during the COVID-19 pandemic when many children confined at home were still able to continue their education, pursue hobbies and connect with friends. However, with this enormous opportunity has come enormous risks to children’s safety, as online spaces have been

Educo has launched the first social laboratory to tackle violence against children and adolescents in the Spanish education system. This will focus on the creation of original and innovative projects that allow Educo to respond to a range of issues, including violence in the classroom. “About 25% of boys and girls experience bullying. Spain has

It’s well established that women and girls, more than 50% of the global population, face systemic discrimination. But did you know that 250 million people experience discrimination because of inherited status like their faith or ethnicity? Or that 75% of stateless people around the world belong to minority groups? And indigenous women are six times

Four years ago, 6-year-old Gilo’s future was bleak. She was severely malnourished following a long drought in the eastern area of Kenya where she lives. Today, her health has improved, she is getting the food she needs to grow well, and she is attending school.  With the help of ChildFund New Zealand and other members of ChildFund