Publications
Summary of publication
The Strategic Partnership Framework between the Australian Government and the United Nations Children's Fund 2016-2021 ('the Framework') is a document that articulates the principles and objectives of cooperation between the two signatories. The Framework includes sections on: shared objectives; partnership implementation; duration; financial contributions; engagement principles; performance and reporting; dispute resolution; amendment and termination; and privileges and immunities.
The Framework highlights UNICEF's development and humanitarian mandate, and its role in strengthening the United Nations and supporting the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. In line with Australia's aid policy priorities, the Framework focuses on UNICEF's work in the Indo-Pacific region, and thematic priorities including gender equality and empowerment of women and girls, disability-inclusive implementation of activities, accountability to targeted populations, and child protection. The Framework summarises Australia's contribution (up to $21 million per annum over four years) to UNICEF's regular resources.
On 1 July 2020, the Framework was extended to 31 December 2021, to align with the development and release of UNICEF’s new strategic plan 2022-2026.
The two annexes of the Framework have not been published for privacy reasons.