UNICEF Philippines

Children’s situations are ever-evolving, and our understanding should be too. Last week, rather than a traditional paper report, we launched the Situation of Children of the Philippines platform—which can be continuously updated as new data and evidence become available. This comprehensive data tool, a joint initiative of UNICEF Philippines, the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) - Philippines, the Council for the Welfare of Children, and the Philippine Statistics Authority, makes available insights across 6 dimensions and 25 sub-dimensions of children’s rights. It offers over 80 indicators, 500 data visualizations, and a unique longitudinal study tracking Filipino children over 15 years. With evidence-based analysis, we can make more informed, equitable decisions to advocate for every child in the #Philippines. We were particularly delighted that the launch was attend by two member of the Committee on the Rights of the Child, UNICEF East Asia and Pacific Reginal Director June Kunugi, child rights partners and, of course, children themselves. We invite you to explore the platform and provide feedback: situationofchildren.org/ph Incredible colleagues like Xavier Foulquier, Rachel Pagdagdagan, and John Frederick De Guia made this platform possible.

As a father and leader, Barangay Chairman Nacil Guintem knows that access to the right information helps parents make sound decisions for their children's health. Parenting classes by UNICEF and Relief Intl in partnership with Canada’s International Development – Global Affairs Canada make #HumanlyPossible for parents to #EndPolio.

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Nothing will stop dedicated health workers like Edna from reaching children in far-flung communities like Brgy. Tamped, Old Kaabakan. With the support of partners like UNICEF, Canada’s International Development – Global Affairs Canada and Relief Intl, we can support healthcare workers who make it #HumanlyPossible to #EndPolio and other vaccine-preventable diseases. Embassy of Canada in the Philippines Bangsamoro Government Department of Health (Philippines)#HumanlyPossible to #EndPolio and other vaccine-preventable diseases. Embassy of Canada in the Philippines Bangsamoro Government Department of Health (Philippines)

On #WorldPolioDay, UNICEF and World Health Organization Philippines commend the Philippine government for reducing the number of children without a single dose of vaccines in the country. The Philippines has just shown that it is #HumanlyPossible to #EndPolio and other vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs). It has made major strides in reducing the number of zero-dose or unvaccinated children. If we work together to sustain this progress, we can make VPDs like polio a thing of the past. #VaccinesWork #ForEveryChild

UNICEF, with Council for the Welfare of Children, National Economic and Development Authority, Philippine Statistics Authority has launched a public website where all available data on children are gathered, analyzed, updated, and presented in visual formats. 🖥️📱 Visit the website at https://lnkd.in/gQZ7n7rW #NSMroadto35 #BilangBata #EveryChildCounts

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🌏 #DidYouKnow? Over 580 million children in Asia-Pacific are vulnerable to the global environmental crisis. #ClimateAction and DRR policies need to be made not only for children and youth, but WITH them. Only by listening and partnering with the young people can we truly make #OurResilientFuture. Nothing about their future, without them! Young people from China, Malaysia, and Indonesia took the stage at the #APMCDRR2024 to highlight the critical role they play in DRR and #ClimateAction for their schools and communities. #APMCDRR #SurgeTo2030 #ClimateAction #VoiceMatters #ForEveryChild UNICEF East Asia & Pacific UNICEF Malaysia UNICEF Indonesia 📷 UNICEF Philippines/2024/Gerard Cayco

A jam-packed week at the Asia Pacific Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction (#APMCDRR2024) in Manila. UNICEF is supporting children and youth in making their voices heard in the discussions, with UNICEF East Asia and Pacific Regional Director June Kunugi leading the way. A special highlight was Robyn Camille Patos Mijares, a member of UNICEF Philippines Kabataang Resilient Program, being honored with the DRR Rising Star Award! Her work exemplifies the passion and commitment of young leaders driving change in disaster risk reduction.

Children in East Asia and the Pacific face climate-related hazards six times more often than their grandparents did. This not only makes life harder for children - it also impacts entire communities, widening existing inequalities. Businesses are not immune to these challenges either. After disasters, small and medium-sized enterprises often encounter major disruptions. A family-owned shop, which has supported generations, may experience supply chain problems and damage to its facilities. This can lead to unstable markets and threaten people’s livelihoods. But here’s the good news: businesses can be part of the solution. By adopting family-friendly policies and sustainable practices, companies can protect their workforce and help communities bounce back. At the “Resilient Futures: Bridging Science and Business Solutions” side event of the Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction, we explored how local businesses can help build stronger and more resilient communities. By setting up early warning systems that notify people of disasters and creating digital tools that connect community members, businesses can make a real difference in both cities and rural areas. Their actions can spark lasting, positive change. 👉 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/evZrQqtA #APMCDRR2024 #ForEveryChild  APMCDRR PH UNICEF Philippines Irwin Gabriel Lopez Asim Rehman June Kunugi Louise Gorton Romain Sibille Juan Ignacio Calvo Lely Djuhari Carmen Gonzalez Ortiz United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)