UNICEF South Africa

Cyberbullying starts or ends with you! 1/3 of children in South Africa are at risk of online violence, exploitation and abuse. What happens online can have a real impact on people's lives. For Brenda, being bullied in a WhatsApp group by her peers not only affected her mental health but stopped her from attending her Matric Dance. Cyberbullying doesn't only hurt the feelings of many children and young people, it can disrupt their education too. We must protect each other online. Stand up for a friend and to call out bullying. If you're affected by cyberbullying call Childline on 116 for help. #OnMyMind #MentalHealthAwareness

Our food environment is flooded with unhealthy food and manufacturers make billions selling unhealthy products. We say ENOUGH! Let’s stand together and #FixMyFoodZA. Demand transformation in the food environment so that all children and youth have access to healthy food.

To celebrate #WorldTeachersDay, we asked UNICEF South Africa's Representative, Christine Muhigana, to share with us about the one teacher who made the greatest impact in her life. Wishing all the amazing teachers in South Africa and the rest of the world a happy World Teachers Day. "The world wouldn't be what it is if it weren't for you."💙

October is Mental Health Awareness Month🧠✅. UNICEF is passionate about advocating for better mental health #ForEveryChild to ensure they grow up in loving, nurturing and safe environments💙. Look out for helpful resources we'll be sharing to help you & your child. #OnMyMind

When children hear the term "jobs of the future", they should be excited, not intimidated. But, that excitement needs to be fostered. Through the #BRIDGE partnership, UNICEF and BMW South Africa are supporting the Department of Basic Education to equip children with coding and robotics skills and prepare them for the jobs of tomorrow, today. #NationalScienceWeek #STEMEducation #STEM

Stress, anxiety, grief... We all experience different difficult feelings. But sometimes, they can be overwhelming. The good news is, we don't have to deal with them alone. UNICEF's #OnMyMind podcast created for young people in partnership with Spotify features tips from mental health experts to help us recognise our emotions, find moments of calm and cope with challenging situations. #InternationalPodcastDay Listen here: https://lnkd.in/dtASdGTB

At the recently concluded #UNGeneralAssembly, over 40 organizations and businesses signed the Global Coalition for Youth Mental Health’s open letter 📝 calling on global leaders across the private and public sectors to increase investment in child and youth mental health 💰 . Why? • Urgent action is needed to close the $200 billion global funding gap for mental health. • Supporting child, youth and caregiver mental health is critical amidst global challenges such as in humanitarian emergencies and climate and ecological crises • The private sector has a unique role in promoting mental health within workplaces and communities.   Read UNICEF's open letter and learn how you can support this global movement: https://lnkd.in/eFDYKvXk  #UNGA79 #OnMyMind

Readvertisement! UNICEF South Africa is hiring. We're looking for a Health Specialist who will support the development and preparation of the country office health programme. Interested or know someone who might be? Apply in the link below.

Big food companies deliberately manipulate young people into buying their unhealthy products by marketing to them and using misleading health claims. Answer the 7 questions on the latest UNICEF UReport South Africa poll on food marketing to children and youth in South Africa and make your voice heard. Help stop these tactics. Help demand change. Start with answering 7 quick questions on any of the below platforms and help to #FixMyFoodZA Facebook Messenger: https://lnkd.in/dRQc84B3 WhatsApp: https://lnkd.in/dSDeJ2F4 Telegram: http://t.me/UReportSA_Bot

With just less than two weeks until the SAMEA 9th Biennial Conference, we’re excited to welcome you to an engaging and impactful event! In case you haven’t registered, don’t miss out! Secure your spot by registering at www.sameaconf.co.za. When: 7-11 October 2024. Venue: Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference Centre, Johannesburg. The conference programme is live! Plan your sessions here: https://lnkd.in/d6DTy_YF. _ BELOW FOR REGISTERED CONFERENCE DELEGATES ONLY Free Peer-Consulting Session: Join our free peer-consulting session during Day 2 (8 October, 11:15 a.m.). This is a chance to receive feedback on real evaluations (in planning, conceptualisation, or commissioning). Contact strand convenors sinenhlanhla.tsekiso@wits.ac.za and cara@pdg.co.za to propose evaluations. Resource Exchange: Book for a Book: Bring a book related to M&E, development, or social impact, and exchange it during our networking sessions. Don’t forget to take your book home if not exchanged! Traditional Wear at the Social Event: Celebrate your heritage by wearing traditional attire to our social event on 7 October at 6 p.m. Join us for an evening of storytelling, cultural exchange, and celebration. Conference App: The conference app will be available soon, providing real-time updates and session details. We can’t wait to see you in Johannesburg! Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) Zenex Foundation New Development Bank (NDB) CLEAR Anglophone Africa FirstRand UNICEF South Africa