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Population ageing is not to be feared, but understood

calendar_today 24 October 2018

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Population ageing is not to be feared, but understood

Countries can harness the 'longevity dividend' if they strategise well.

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State of World Population 2018: The Power of Choice

calendar_today 17 October 2018

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State of World Population 2018: The Power of Choice

Choice can change the world. It can rapidly improve the well-being of women and girls, transform families and societies, and accelerate global development.

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Opinion: How partnering with policymakers turns data into action

calendar_today 17 October 2018

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Opinion: How partnering with policymakers turns data into action

"Time and again, we found that in situations where data was able to revolutionize institutions and behavior, and create real impact, policymakers were part of the conversation…

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New UNFPA SWOP report: The Power of Choice

calendar_today 17 October 2018

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New UNFPA SWOP report: The Power of Choice

New York / Bangkok, 17 October 2018--The global trend towards smaller families, including in Asia and the Pacific, is a reflection of people making reproductive choices to have…

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Earthquake and tsunami devastating for 45,000 pregnant women in Indonesia

calendar_today 16 October 2018

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Earthquake and tsunami devastating for 45,000 pregnant women in Indonesia

UNFPA is on the ground, reinforcing the government-led humanitarian response to ensure lifesaving services reach women and girls.

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A Skilled GirlForce is a force for change!

calendar_today 11 October 2018

Statement

A Skilled GirlForce is a force for change!

Statement for the International Day of the Girl 2018.

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Let’s talk about mental health – and let’s act!

calendar_today 10 October 2018

Statement

Let’s talk about mental health – and let’s act!

Our Executive Director's Statement on World Mental Health Day.

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South-South Cooperation and the 2030 Agenda

calendar_today 18 September 2018

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South-South Cooperation and the 2030 Agenda

How collaboration between developing countries can drive population and development issues.

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Love wins: Strengthening LGBTI rights in India

calendar_today 06 September 2018

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Love wins: Strengthening LGBTI rights in India

India's Supreme Court issues a landmark ruling that effectively decriminalizes LGBTI individuals and communities.

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