Karin Hulshof

Maila

Let’s talk about sex: why we need sexuality education in Asia-Pacific

Sex education can be controversial. We are told by its opponents that we are teaching children how to have sex. That we are undermining the institution of marriage. That we are insensitive to local culture. Or that we are usurping or replacing the role of parents. We need to challenge these arguments head on. Every parent and community… Read more →←

HIV/Aids

Adolescence

Child protection

Children in Asia-Pacific continue to experience violations of their rights. UNICEF's child protection work seeks to keep them safe from abuse.

Water and sanitation

Improved water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) prevents illness and disease. UNICEF works to expand WASH access for children in Asia-Pacific.

Education

UNICEF aims to achieve high quality education for all children in Asia-Pacific, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, language or disability.

Social policy

UNICEF is supporting governments in Asia-Pacific to develop more equitable and effective social and economic policies, to benefit all children.