In Papua New Guinea, children make up almost half of the country’s largely rural population. Despite the country’s abundant natural resources that has helped fuel the country’s rapid …

The situation of Papua New Guinean children is truly difficult. Despite certain improvements, especially in justice and education, huge gaps persist in terms of the protection of children’s …

Widespread poverty, health crises, climate-driven natural disasters and violent conflict are all deeply affecting the children of Papua New Guinea. Learn more about what UNICEF is doing …

Nearly half of the children in Papua New Guinea (PNG) have stunted growth from chronic malnutrition, the consequences of which can last a lifetime. The Pacific nation has the fourth …

Get involved, speak out, volunteer, or become a donor and give every child a fair chance to succeed. Discover how UNICEF in Papua New Guinea support children and protect their rights.

Improving child and adolescent health are vital for the future of Papua New Guinea. In recent years child death rates have reduced, and this is because of a comprehensive approach that is

Key demographic indicators for Papua New Guinea: Under-Five Mortality Rate, Population.

PORT MORESBY, 11 October 2024 – UNICEF is urging Papua New Guinean authorities to intensify efforts to end violence against children, as new global data reveals that one in eight …

We’re in Papua New Guinea, giving every child a fair chance to thrive throughout childhood. Did you know that Papua New Guinea (PNG) is one of the world’s most ethnically diverse …

Children in Papua New Guinea engage in the worst forms of child labor, including in commercial sexual exploitation, sometimes as a result of human trafficking. (1; 2) Children also perform …