Germany tells its cities to ‘do more’ to protect children against the sun’s harmful rays
Cities and municipalities in Germany must act quickly to provide better protection to children from ultra violet (UV) radiation, which is increasing as a result of climate change.Read more
Return of the child-friendly city? How social movements are changing European urban areas
Urban development and social norms concerning childhood have led European cities to a situation where streets are no longer places for children and young people. Gill Valentine has explained that this shift has been fuelled...Read more
Children: how discrimination against children plays out in law
Some acts are only considered criminal if they are committed by someone aged under 18. This doesn’t just include things such as drinking alcohol. In some US states, for example, it is illegal for children...Read more
Project addresses conflict through child’s play in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland’s chief body for developing children and young people’s play opportunities, has published a new animation film intended to help both professionals and young people.Read more
The air in London: new review shows children suffer the most harmful health effects
A detailed review of London’s air quality by the city’s has flagged up just how vulnerable children are to poisonous traffic fumes.Read more
United Nations Global Road Safety Week 2023
The dangers facing young people on the roads will be one of the key topics at the 7th United Nations Global Road Safety Week 2023.Read more
Join us in Brussels for Child in the City World Conference 2023
The centre of European democracy, Brussels, will be the host city for this year’s 11th Child in the City World Conference.Read more
The outsize benefits of school health and nutrition programmes
Schools have a critical role to play in creating an equal and inclusive future, not just in what they teach but also how they enhance the health of the children in their care, according to...Read more
Child Friendly Cities Initiative USA looks to add Boulder to its community
Boulder, Colorado, is the latest U.S. city to put in motion plans for being formally recognised as a UNICEF Child Friendly City.Read more
WHO: A new guide on developing national programmes for age-friendly cities & communities
A new guide by the World Health Organisation (WHO) highlights how children’s interests can be successfully incorporated within ‘age friendly cities and communities’.Read more
Game on for collaborative learning
Holding a conversation, working in a group, giving constructive feedback and dealing with conflict are vital interpersonal skills that contribute to an empowered and connected life.Read more