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An athlete and advocate: Family planning empowered Lily to empower other women in Vanuatu

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An athlete and advocate: Family planning empowered Lily to empower other women in Vanuatu

calendar_today 06 November 2023

For Lily, having access to quality sexual and reproductive health information and services, helped her to decide the size of her family.

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Zhang Jingdi: I want to be an exemplary older woman in China

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Zhang Jingdi: I want to be an exemplary older woman in China

calendar_today 06 November 2023

If there is just one tip for staying healthy, it must be: Discover your life's passion and remain steadfast in its pursuit.

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Empowering Girls in Bangladesh: Marija's Journey Towards Gender Equality and Safety

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Empowering Girls in Bangladesh: Marija's Journey Towards Gender Equality and Safety

calendar_today 06 November 2023

We must remember the importance of supporting girls like Marjia, who are driving forces for change in the pursuit of gender equality and a brighter future for all.

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Breaking The Chains: Inspiring Stories of Hope in Ending Child Marriage

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Breaking The Chains: Inspiring Stories of Hope in Ending Child Marriage

calendar_today 11 October 2023

Rarely do we get the chance to discuss child marriage and celebrate triumphs, but today is one of those exceptional moments. Meet Aisha, Shila, Bipana, and Ragini – four…

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Ending Son Preference and Empowering Girls: A Path Towards Gender Equality

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Ending Son Preference and Empowering Girls: A Path Towards Gender Equality

calendar_today 11 October 2023

Gender-biased sex selection and son preference happens due to a complex web of tradition, economics, and social norms. A son is often perceived as a safety net, a protector of…

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Pio Smith appointed as new UNFPA Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific

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Pio Smith appointed as new UNFPA Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific

calendar_today 09 October 2023

Mr. Pio Smith has been appointed as the new Asia-Pacific Regional Director for UNFPA, the sexual and reproductive health agency of the United Nations. As the Regional Director for…

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From funding to financing: Calling policy makers to increase national budget allocations for sexual and reproductive health

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From funding to financing: Calling policy makers to increase national budget allocations for sexual and reproductive health

calendar_today 07 October 2023

Access and availability of sexual and reproductive health services is not only a basic human right, but also one of the most powerful opportunities for long-term socio-economic…

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The importance of investing in the early stages of a girl so that she can age with dignity

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The importance of investing in the early stages of a girl so that she can age with dignity

calendar_today 01 October 2023

A reflective blog authored by Dr. Rintaro Mori, UNFPA Asia and the Pacific’s Regional Advisor on Population Ageing and Sustainable Development, on the occasion of International…

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Recovery: one year after the devastating Pakistan floods - photo stories

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Recovery: one year after the devastating Pakistan floods - photo stories

calendar_today 19 September 2023

In flood-affected areas of Dera Ghazi Khan and Rajanpur, UNFPA's dignity kits brought hope to women and girls amid the devastation. Strengthening Participatory Organization (SPO)…

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