‘Where do we go from here?’ is a question many are asking in response to COVID-19.
Written on behalf of the International Society for Social Pediatrics & Child Health (ISSOP) COVID-19 Working Group (including NAPCAN Board Member, Dr Shanti Raman) this paper calls for a child rights-based response.
“We need to privilege the rights of children, such that children and young people (CYP) are both seen and heard, responded to, protected from harms and health promoted, and provided opportunities to actively participate. We must refocus our gaze on the rights and needs of CYP, particularly those at risk. Proactive health and welfare are essential services—timely assessments and care, and interventions for ameliorating chronic conditions and disabilities must be maintained with continued delivery as safely as is possible. Of primary concern, are those groups affected by poverty, discrimination, or conflict, in which inequities are amplified both during the pandemic and recovery phase. Maintaining vigilance on those who are marginalised and stand to lose the most from this pandemic and in the post COVID-19 aftermath, is critical.”
The 3-page is available for download here: Where do we go from here BMJPO
On Tuesday, 4th November 2025, NAPCAN’s Youth Advisory Group is officially launching its ‘Fair Youth Coverage’ campaign at Government House in Canberra. The launch will feature a compilation of 100 young people’s voices from around Australia delivering a message to the media to lift its game and avoid unethical stereotypes
The National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (NAPCAN) is urging Australians to take action to keep children and young people safe, with this year’s National Child Protection Week (7-13 September 2025) a reminder that child protection is a whole-of-community responsibility. The 2025 theme for National Child Protection
Register Now Be part of the world’s very first virtual run (or walk) challenge right here in Australia. 30 August – 17 September Registrations Now Open : Join RAV Virtual Challenge NAPCAN is excited to announce that registrations are now open for the 2025 Run Against Violence (RAV) Virtual Challenge!
