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Joint Statement on 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence

calendar_today 25 November 2021

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Joint Statement on 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence

25 November 2021 – Today marks the beginning of the 16 days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign. Globally, violence against women and girls remains a widespread and…

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In follow-up to the Nairobi Summit, High-Level Commission calls for urgent, ambitious action to end alarming disparities in sexual and reproductive justice

calendar_today 16 November 2021

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In follow-up to the Nairobi Summit, High-Level Commission calls for urgent, ambitious action to end alarming disparities in sexual and reproductive justice

New York City, 16 November 2021 — Two years on from the Nairobi Summit on ICPD25 — where governments, civil society and the private sector came together voluntarily to recommit…

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For breast cancer survivors and supporters in Palestine, a chance to come together

calendar_today 22 October 2021

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For breast cancer survivors and supporters in Palestine, a chance to come together

Gaza Strip, Palestine – When Bahia was diagnosed with breast cancer, she had to contend not only with a frightening disease but also with a social stigma that left her feeling…

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UNFPA in the Arab region marks International Day of the Girl with a collection of stories, insights, and art created by adolescent girls

calendar_today 11 October 2021

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UNFPA in the Arab region marks International Day of the Girl with a collection of stories, insights, and art created by adolescent girls

“I’ve been dancing since my early childhood and I will continue to dance when I’m an old woman,” writes 13-year-old Rima from Palmyra, Syria. “One day, I hope to dance all over…

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Marking International Day of the Girl Child - UNFPA Arab States Regional Office launches “In Her Words”

calendar_today 11 October 2021

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Marking International Day of the Girl Child - UNFPA Arab States Regional Office launches “In Her Words”

Cairo, Egypt, 11 October 2021 - The United Nations Population Fund Arab States Regional Office (UNFPA ASRO) is marking International Day of the Girl Child with the launch of “In…

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Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem - International Day of the Girl

calendar_today 10 October 2021

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Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem - International Day of the Girl

Girls are born with power. Every girl has within her possibilities that should flourish as she moves into adulthood, shaping her future and, with it, the world. We see examples…

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New partnership between UNFPA and ESC to advance sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights

calendar_today 23 September 2021

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New partnership between UNFPA and ESC to advance sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights

Cairo/Istanbu/lBrussels, 23 September 2021 - The United Nations Population Fund Arab States (UNFPA ASRO), and Eastern Europe and Central Asia Regional Offices (UNFPA EECARO)…

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In Libya, a chance at a future after violence and rejection

calendar_today 08 September 2021

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In Libya, a chance at a future after violence and rejection

TRIPOLI, Libya – After a divorce following a violent marriage, Muna* found herself facing a different set of challenges. “I suffered abuse, mistreatment and discrimination,” she…

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How women and girls bear the brunt of climate disasters

calendar_today 19 August 2021

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How women and girls bear the brunt of climate disasters

Cairo, Egypt, 18 August, 2021 - “The climate emergency is a race we are losing, but it is a race we can win.” pointed out United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres in his…

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