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To end FGM we need to change hearts and minds

calendar_today 06 February 2020

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To end FGM we need to change hearts and minds

So-called 'female circumcision' not only has no medical value whatsoever, it’s also one of the most egregious human rights violations that exists today.

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“Never give up hope,” fistula survivor tells Pakistani women

calendar_today 08 January 2020

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“Never give up hope,” fistula survivor tells Pakistani women

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan – “Helping women suffering fistula is my mission in life," Razia Shamshad said about the maternal injury from childbirth that she…

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Youth Standing up for Human Rights

calendar_today 10 December 2019

Statement

Youth Standing up for Human Rights

The role of young people in advancing rights and choices for all: our statement for Human Rights Day.

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World AIDS Day: Communities make the difference

calendar_today 01 December 2019

Statement

World AIDS Day: Communities make the difference

Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem on World AIDS Day This World AIDS Day, UNFPA recognizes the vital role of communities in delivering sexual and…

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Together, we must stop rape now!

calendar_today 25 November 2019

Statement

Together, we must stop rape now!

Our Executive Director's statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.

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Nairobi Summit on ICPD25 ends with a clear path forward to transform the world for women and girls

calendar_today 14 November 2019

Press Release

Nairobi Summit on ICPD25 ends with a clear path forward to transform the world for women and girls

NAIROBI, Kenya, 14 November 2019 - The Nairobi Summit on ICPD25 concluded today in the Kenyan capital, with partners making bold commitments to transform the world by ending all…

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New study shows ending maternal deaths, gender-based violence and unmet family planning needs is affordable, within reach

calendar_today 12 November 2019

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New study shows ending maternal deaths, gender-based violence and unmet family planning needs is affordable, within reach

NAIROBI, Kenya, 12 November 2019 – The price tag to achieve three world-transforming results in the next decade – ending preventable maternal deaths, eliminating…

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Private sector partners commit billions to help advance ICPD agenda

calendar_today 12 November 2019

Press Release

Private sector partners commit billions to help advance ICPD agenda

Private sector organizations including the Ford Foundation, Johnson & Johnson, Philips, World Vision and many others announced at the Nairobi Summit on ICPD25 they will…

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Major commitments made by governments, civil society, private sector on opening day of landmark sexual and reproductive health summit

calendar_today 12 November 2019

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Major commitments made by governments, civil society, private sector on opening day of landmark sexual and reproductive health summit

NAIROBI, Kenya, 12 November 2019 – World leaders, representatives of non-governmental organizations, young people, business leaders and community groups today began…

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