News & Views More than half of Australian children experience gender-based bullying in play, study finds More than half of Australian children are made fun of for playing with toys traditionally associated with the opposite gender.
Soapbox Jessica Rudd: Kids have much to teach on the significance of the referendum Exploring the Voice referendum through children’s eyes, gaining insights on vital discussions for Australia’s future
Climate UN Committee issues first-time guidance for children’s rights in the climate crisis The United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child has, for the first time, affirmed the children’s right to a sustainable environment.
Soapbox I was a child during the Iraq war. Now I’m a doctor urging the world to protect education during emergencies Education denied to millions of children worldwide due to war, disaster, and displacement. Help protect their right to learn with Education Cannot Wait.
News & Views Who will benefit most from Perrottet’s ‘kids future fund’ election pitch? Premier Dominic Perrottet made a significant election promise on Sunday to create a dedicated savings fund for each child in NSW.
News & Views Whether it’s a new teacher or class- here’s what to do when your child is not loving it Research shows a child’s sense of belonging at school affects their wellbeing. So it’s important not to dismisss your child’s concerns.
News & Views Screentime & anxiety concerns: Parents & educators report worsening emotional wellbeing in children Camp Australia’s Child Impact Survey reveals children are more overwhelmed and more sensitive since schools returned to normal teaching.
News & Views ‘Teachers are playing catchup’: How the pandemic and climate-related disasters impacted the wellbeing & educational development of disadvantaged children The Schools Plus 2022 Insight Report reveals the impact of the pandemic on children’s wellbeing and areas where students are falling behind.
News & Views How to talk to your child about their autism diagnosis- the earlier the better Here’s the best way to start the conversation around autism to help children be happy about who they are and accept their differences.
News & Views Parental gambling affects 200,000 Australian children, new study A study shows nearly 200,000 children under the age of 15 in Australia are exposed to moderate or problem gambling by their parents at home.
News & Views Russia’s bombardment and Ukraine’s departure ban leave children and those with disabilities most vulnerable Russia’s war on Ukraine is driving some of the most rapid movement of refugees ever seen. Children, especially those with disabilities, are vulnerable.
News & Views Pfizer vaccine approved for children aged 5 to 11 from January The rollout is expected to begin on January 10, with children aged between 5 and 11 to receive the Pfizer vaccine.