our work in nz

Cooking as an act of love and resistance

15 months of war in Ukraine, from the other side of the world.

War has come to my house

Tetyana Tymoshenko, a brave mother of two children, flees the war in Ukraine and finds safety in New Zealand.

Leaders of the next generation

Young people on the front lines of change.

Me Mōhio Ō Mōtika, Know your Rights!

Helping our tamariki know their rights.

Mental health – it’s time to change the narrative

Breaking the silence surrounding mental illness

New Zealand’s child poverty stats grow faster than my potatoes

On Tuesday, 23 February, Stats NZ will release Aotearoa’s Child Poverty statistics for Year ended June 2020.

Chiefs lock Naitoa Ah Kuoi opens up on rugby and living a healthy lifestyle

“Initially, I wanted my kids to be sports stars, but at the end of the day, I just want them to be happy and healthy. If...

'I want all kids to be free of racism'

Kiwi musician Paige Tapara is a singer-songwriter. She spoke to UNICEF NZ about racism, growing up feeling disconnected ...

Vivien Maidaborn steps down as Executive Director of UNICEF Aotearoa NZ

Vivien Maidaborn is stepping down from her role after more than six years.

New Report Card shows that New Zealand is failing its children

Report Card gives New Zealand an F for failure when it comes to wellbeing outcomes for children.

Parents of newborns get four more weeks of paid parental leave

Kiwi parents can now spend a full six months at home with their precious pēpi (baby).

UNICEF's Childhood Challenge

The Childhood Challenge is simple: pull out that old photo album and reminisce about your favourite childhood memories. ...

COVID-19: Number of children living in household poverty set to soar

New analysis from Save the Children and UNICEF reveals that without urgent action, the number of children living in poor...

Youth Week: What is the value of education?

A reflection on the value of education in the wake of Covid-19.

Gemma McCaw wants all Kiwi mums to know they’re not alone

Gemma McCaw speaks to UNICEF NZ about the joys of motherhood and why looking out for others is so important during the C...

Kiwi Mum encourages parents to ask for help amidst Covid-19 crisis

As the Covid-19 crisis pushes families to the brink, Kiwi Mum Malaina Tuafa says now is not the time to worry about putt...

A Kiwi mum explains the importance of food parcels

Maya Vai Bourne has a massive heart – she supports her husband Anthony who is on dialysis for ten hours a day as well as...

How teenagers can protect their mental health during COVID-19

Six strategies for teens facing a new (temporary) normal.

A healthy home for every child

NZ is in the middle of a housing crisis with many sides - cost, quality and availability among them. But every child has...

What Drives An Award-winning Athlete?

When 19-year-old, award-winning shot putter Nathaniel is not training, he's helping out Kiwi kids as a teacher aide at a...

"Why Is It Mainly Maori Who Are Homeless?"

19 year old Lyric Brooklyn has spent time living on the streets since his early teens. He talks about the challenges of ...

Māori youth contribute to a new definition of wellbeing

Tuimaleali'ifano Fiso leans forward against the podium, clasps her hands together, and sings...

Empowering young Māori and Pasifika to find their place in the world.

A gathering to inspire young indigenous voices.

Childcare is expensive for Kiwi parents.

Roimata works night shifts so the family doesn’t have to pay for before and after-school care.

What it’s like to be a Māori child

We have been talking to rangatahi throughout the country about their opinions on issues affecting them.