calendar_today 18 October 2017

Ten actions for a more equal world

Vast inequalities threaten economies, communities and nations, says The State of World Population 2017, UNFPA’s flagship report, released today.

calendar_today 17 October 2017

Press Release

The State of World Population 2017

Unchecked inequality and failure to protect the rights of poorest women could undermine peace and world’s development goals, new UNFPA report warns

calendar_today 11 October 2017

Girls speak out on inequality

Despite years of efforts and advances, full gender equality has yet to be realized. There is not one country in the world free of gender-based violence or discrimination. And in…

calendar_today 10 October 2017

Statement

EmPOWER girls: before, during and after crises

Girls today enjoy better life prospects than previous generations in many ways. Prosperity and nutrition are improving, child marriage and teenage pregnancy are declining, and…

calendar_today 04 October 2017

Press Release

Dr. Natalia Kanem Appointed UNFPA Executive Director

Dr. Natalia Kanem was appointed Executive Director of UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, today by Secretary-General António Guterres. She holds the rank of United Nations…

calendar_today 01 October 2017

Statement

Tapping the talents and contributions of older persons

A new narrative about the role of older persons is in the making—one that acknowledges their potential to contribute to societies and economies.