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Unlocking the mysteries of the immune system to tackle childhood cancer

The The Kids Cancer Centre is at the cutting edge of developing new, safer ways of treating children with cancer using their own immune systems.

Closing the Gap - Hitting ‘reset’ on how we measure early development in Aboriginal kids

In 2020, the National Closing the Gap partnership made improving early development of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children one of its top priorities. Australia will measure progress in this area using the AEDC.

How the pandemic has shaped the mental health of our kids

Researchers went into 79 WA primary and secondary schools in 2020 and found increased levels of emotional distress among students and families.

What’s in a name?

For thousands of WA children living with undiagnosed diseases, it’s hope.

New policy helps kids huff and puff their way to stronger, healthier bodies and brains

Childcare centres have flocked to take up a new evidence-based policy to help ensure young children get more of the physical activity they need to be healthy and developmentally on track.

Standing up to a cruel DISEASE

Klair Bayley knew her son Logan would eventually need a wheelchair.

Early Childhood Development

Every child deserves the best possible start in life. Evidence demonstrates the period from pre-birth to three years is a vital period of development. It lays the foundations for a child’s future and has life-long impacts on health, education, job opportunities, social inclusion and wellbeing.

Bullying

Bullying is now regarded as a health problem and not just a disciplinary problem. Increasing evidence shows both traditional bullying (e.g. hitting, teasing) and cyberbullying have lasting effects on young people (both those who bully and those who are bullied), including damage to self-esteem, academic results and mental health.

Onwards and upwards

Making FASD History inspires the rest of the world to follow suit.

Sharing vision and responsibility

Minderoo Foundation and The Kids join forces to give children the best possible start.