Phnom Penh (VNA) - The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) on February 12 launched ParentingTips, a new digital platform aimed at supporting parents and caregivers in providing nurturing and positive care for children in Cambodia, said its press release.
Will Parks, UNICEF representative in Cambodia said that this platform is a game-changer for parents and caregivers in Cambodia, particularly in remote areas.
By providing easy access to parenting information, ParentingTips ensures that families receive the guidance they need to support the healthy development of their children, he added.
In partnership with the Cambodian Government, the platform, delivered via Telegram and interactive voice response (IVR) calls, allows parents to receive timely and relevant information.
Parents can register for free by calling the shortcode 1279 or by clicking a link sent via SMS, the press release said, adding that once registered, they can access a wide range of topics, from nutrition to responsive caregiving and positive discipline.
Cambodia's young children face significant challenges, including high levels of malnutrition and violent discipline.
According to the latest Cambodia Demographic and Health Survey (2021-2022), 49% of children aged 0-2 years do not meet minimum dietary diversity requirements, and 66% of children aged 1-14 years have been subjected to violent discipline./.
