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Ewan McGregor calls for support for children across the Sahel.

Wed, 16 May 2012 11:30:35 GMT

Sydney, 16 May 2012 – Ewan McGregor has launched a video campaign for UNICEF calling on Australians to support the children at great risk of malnutrition across the Sahel.

Why my voice (and yours) matters

Tue, 15 May 2012 13:14:05 GMT

By Jade Bae, UNICEF Australia Communications Intern

About two months ago, I walked into the UNICEF Australia office, slightly nervous, excited (I’m a multi-tasker, can you tell?) and determined to not make a fool of myself on the first day.

Social media campaign offers critical support to breastfeeding mothers in China

Tue, 15 May 2012 10:00:29 GMT

When Xiaoyu Su tried to convince her parents that her newborn daughter should be fed breastmilk she was criticized for being stubborn. Luckily, she found a group of like-minded new mums through social media.

Carrie Bickmore takes on new role with UNICEF

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:59:00 GMT

Sydney, 11 May 2012 – Carrie Bickmore has been announced as a UNICEF ambassador, adding to her roles as television presenter of Channel 10’s The Project and mother to son Oliver.

Carrie Bickmore takes on new role with UNICEF

Thu, 10 May 2012 14:08:56 GMT

Carrie Bickmore has been announced as a UNICEF Ambassador, adding to her roles as television presenter of Channel 10’s The Project and mother to son Oliver.

Rallying authors around contemporary issues

Wed, 09 May 2012 14:23:42 GMT

Mariah has organised for more than 20 internationally-renowned authors to collaborate on a book of short stories, poems, personal reflections and illustrations based on the contemporary issues of social justice such as peace, poverty, war and child labour, and for all the proceeds to go to UNICEF's East Africa Appeal.

Australia’s failed aid promise threatens vulnerable millions

Wed, 09 May 2012 10:01:29 GMT

Millions of children risk being pushed back into poverty as the Australian Government has failed its promise to the world’s poor, says UNICEF Australia.

UNICEF Globe

Mon, 07 May 2012 15:21:07 GMT

Read all about it! The new edition of the UNICEF Globe is here.

Joel Madden lends his Voice to UNICEF

Mon, 07 May 2012 12:46:34 GMT

He’s reaching 2.5 million Australians every night and now Joel Madden is calling on those Australians to give their mum measles this Mother’s Day.

Joel Madden lends his Voice to UNICEF

Mon, 07 May 2012 12:44:09 GMT

Sydney, 7 May 2012 - He’s reaching 2.5 million Australians every night and now Joel Madden is calling on those Australians to give their mum measles this Mother’s Day.

Protecting children in the Sahel

Mon, 07 May 2012 09:47:27 GMT

Meet Fatimettou Mint Elliaj, an inspirational and passionate advocate for her community in Aioun, Mauritania.

Diary from Mauritania

Mon, 07 May 2012 09:27:44 GMT

By Anthea Moore, Reporting Officer UNICEF Mauritania

When I was asked to consider a position in Mauritania last December, I didn’t know where it was on the map. Mauritania occupies an area of West Africa twice the size of France, but it is largely desert and only 3 million people live here. In February, I was deployed to here by RedR Australia, an NGO that sends people to help respond to emergencies, to work with UNICEF on a growing nutrition crisis.

Young Australians say a resounding ‘YES’ to more and better aid

Thu, 03 May 2012 10:00:17 GMT

SYDNEY, 3 May 2012 – Australia’s newest voters are strongly supportive of the Australian government increasing its aid spending a new survey from UNICEF Australia has shown.

In Zimbabwe, bicycles save lives

Wed, 02 May 2012 16:40:17 GMT

The road that leads Netsayi Bote to the households in her village is long and bumpy. On this grey morning, surprisingly cold for April, she is dressed in her new uniform, hat and health kit in tow as she sets off for the day. Yet despite the tough terrain, Netsayi is thrilled to be on the road, particularly since the addition of her new bicycle.

Do you believe in zero?

Wed, 02 May 2012 16:00:10 GMT

Comilla, Bangladesh: Nine-year-old Shima Ahkter holds her one-year-old brother Tahir as he squirms to avoid the droplets. “My parents sent me here to get my brother vaccinated because they heard it being broadcast on a microphone near the house.”

Bridging the digital divide

Wed, 02 May 2012 15:49:49 GMT

UNICEF’s innovative Digital Drum has been chosen as one of Time Magazine’s 50 Best Inventions of 2011.

A single second can make a big difference

Wed, 02 May 2012 11:05:00 GMT

By Tom Morrison, UNICEF Australia Young Ambassador
It is amazing what a brief insight into the healthcare system can do for your perspective. I’ve barely even glimpsed the surface of the medical world since I began university this year, but already I can see just how stark the difference is between developed and developing health systems.

UNICEF Ambassadors join call to keep the aid promise

Wed, 02 May 2012 09:32:19 GMT

SYDNEY, 2 MAY 2012 – 2012 Australian of the year and UNICEF Ambassador Geoffrey Rush, has joined with other Australian entertainment, business and international aid luminaries to reinforce the call to keep the Gillard Governments commitment to Australian aid.

Joined forces to keep the promise

Tue, 01 May 2012 14:38:58 GMT

UNICEF Australia has joined forces with ActionAid, Oaktree Foundation and others to step up the campaign to ensure the Government keeps its promise on the aid budget.

Youth reporter joins Child Rights Taskforce

Tue, 01 May 2012 13:36:30 GMT

UTS law student, Janani has been annouced as Youth Reporter.

Ken Done says “Give Your Mum Measles” this Mother’s Day

Tue, 01 May 2012 12:36:07 GMT

Well-known Australian painter Ken Done has a new picture in mind

Mum-to-be, Erica Packer, wants one thing this Mother’s Day – measles

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:34:18 GMT

SYDNEY, 30 April 2012 – Pregnant with her third child, Erica Packer, is asking her children to give her measles this Mother’s Day to help protect mums and babies all over the world.

Geoffrey Rush wants you to give your mum measles this Mother’s Day

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:23:28 GMT

SYDNEY, 30 April 2012 – Australian of the Year, Geoffrey Rush, has one request this Mother’s Day – he’s calling on all Australians to give your mum measles.

Special immunisation campaign kicks off in Papua New Guinea

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:11:09 GMT

Six-month old Toshie Fiunakot is the centre of attention at a packed hall in Caritas Technical School in Port Moresby and he has no idea why he is surrounded by so many people fussing over him.

National Children’s Commissioner Must Be Resourced to Monitor Outcomes for Children

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 22:59:55 GMT

Sydney, 29 April 2011- A coalition of Australia’s leading children and youth focused organisations welcomes the Australian Government’s announcement of the establishment of a National Children’s Commissioner.