Information for parents and teachers

We all want what's best for our children

Being a parent isn't always easy, and talking about certain topics can be a challenge. That's why we are bringing together a set of resources with top tips, interesting insights and fun facts to help you plan a lesson or just have an insightful chat with your children at dinner time.

Supporting your children and students

19 May 2022

How to talk persuasively about child rights

UNICEF works to eliminate the burdens that deprive children of their rights and to build a more equitable world.

A young girls receives a droplet vaccine from a health worker

15 January 2021

Debunking five myths about vaccines

The spread of myths and conspiracies can be deadly when it comes to health. That’s why we have debunked the most common vaccine misconceptions.

5 June 2020

Workbook: Know your rights

A workbook to help children learn about and contextualise the Convention on the Rights of the Child, designed for ages 10-12

2 June 2020

UNICEF Child Rights activity book

Every child has the right to rest, relax, play and take part in creative and cultural activities

24 April 2020

8 Tips for parents balancing home learning and work: Eat, Play, Love

Alice Hall is UNICEF Australia's Program Manager for Early Childhood Development.

Teen boy sits at computer with headphones on

15 June 2020

How to keep your studies going when the going gets tough

COVID-19 has forced university students to swap the classroom for their lounge room and face-to-face lectures with online video calls.

A little girl looks at the camera. She looks sad. She is held by a woman

2 March 2022

How to talk to children about the conflict in Ukraine

The escalating conflict in Ukraine is a terrifying situation for children across the country. Families have been forced to leave everything behind and flee their homes.

Brigidha, 24, is a facilitator of a UNICEF-supported positive parenting program. Brigidha holds her daughter Clara, 1

21 February 2022

Five ways to give your children the best start in life

A child’s first five years lay the foundation for the rest of their life. Their first relationships, environments and experiences shape how their brain develops.

10 June 2021

How family friendly is your workplace?

The return to the workplace after parental leave is never easy, but Linda’s got the support of her employer to put her family first.

A woman is holding a baby and is kissing them on the cheek. The baby is smiling.

24 March 2021

How to talk to children about vaccines

As the COVID-19 vaccine program continues in Australia, it’s highly likely that curious little minds will have some questions about vaccines and how they work.

Geraldine Suzette Matute, 16, sits in her classroom. She suffered from repeated bullying

21 February 2020

How to talk to your children about bullying

Watching your child experience the physical and emotional pain of bullying or cyberbullying is heartbreaking.

Learn more about children’s rights

Just like adults, children have rights. Children’s rights are stated in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.

These rights belong to every child in the world, no matter what.

Find out more information about children’s rights

Diagram of the 17 sustainable development goals

Learn more about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

In 2015, world leaders set an exciting course for the future of human development with the adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

These 17 Global Goals were designed to make sure that everyone is taken care of, and no one is left behind.

Learn more about the SDGs