Raising Parents
Empowering every family to thrive.
Just as children grow and learn, so do their caregivers.
Parenting is a journey. A journey filled with love, challenges and endless learning.
Raising a child is every parent's most precious task, but too often caregivers around the world are left to do it alone.
That's why UNICEF is calling on governments and business to invest more in families.
And the evidence is clear: It's not just good for parents and their children, but business and society too.
Raising Parents: The documentary
UNICEF’s award-winning documentary Raising Parents steps into the homes of four families across the globe.
Their stories are a powerful reminder that while every parenting journey is unique, no parent is alone.
The parents grow with their children as they navigate the unknown and it becomes clear what every family needs to thrive.
Raising Parents is not just a documentary, it's a call to action.
Becoming a parent is a journey into the unknown.
Join the global parenting community
What's your parenting journey?
Parenting isn’t always easy, but it’s full of unforgettable moments. We're collecting parenting wisdom from around the world and invite you to share a lesson from your own parenting journey.
Angélique Kidjo shares her parenting journey
Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Angélique Kidjo shares what she wishes she knew before becoming a parent and what she's learned along the way.
What's needed
But providing nurturing care takes time and resources – things that many parents and caregivers don’t have.
UNICEF believes every parent and caregiver should receive the support they need to give their children the best possible start in life.
That’s why UNICEF is calling on governments, businesses and others to invest in policies that provide parents and caregivers with the support needed. Together, we can empower families everywhere to thrive.
A strong parental attachment is the single biggest protective factor in the life of any child.
Access to parenting support
Parenting programmes support caregivers with resources and services, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to provide nurturing care, as well as bolstering their own personal well-being.
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Investing in family-friendly policies
Not only do family-friendly policies pay off in healthier, better-educated children, they contribute to better workforce productivity, healthier societies and stronger economies.
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