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“Children really respond to routines and rituals,” Fivush says.“The holidays provide both. They are routine in that they are repeated annually, but they’re also special. The planning and [...]

How America’s family-unfriendly culture is deterring couples from having children, how overparenting and unattainable standards in childrearing have made family life appear unappealing, and how a [...]

As we approach the close of another year, we would like to take a moment to extend our heartfelt greetings and warmest wishes to all of you. Christmas is a time of joy, reflection, and gratitude, [...]

The Christmas holiday season is widely celebrated around the world, with traditions and customs varying across different cultures and religions. It is a time for families to come together, share [...]

A new report by WHO/Europe and the Health Behaviour in School-aged Children (HBSC) study has revealed alarming declines in social support for adolescents across Europe, central Asia and Canada. [...]

China’s efforts to bolster birth rates have yet to address the core reasons for their rapid decline, according to analysts. Even though the country started easing its stringent one-child policy [...]

The “Family Resolution” (draft titled “The observance of the thirtieth anniversary of the International Year of the Family in 2024, undocs.org/A/C.3/79/L.12/Rev.1) was approved [...]

Across Europe, cities play a vital role in safeguarding and promoting children’s rights, particularly for vulnerable groups. To support this vital work, it is essential that cities are equipped [...]

Since 2013, the #IFFDAwards have been presented every year during the Commission for Social Development to persons or entities distinguished by the promotion of family perspective policies around [...]

The International Federation for Family Development (IFFD) made a significant impact at the latest edition of the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR) Annual Conference, held in Bellevue, [...]