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2 million additional cases of FGM likely to occur over next decade due to COVID-19
06 February 2021
Female genital mutilation, a scourge globally, must be tackled all the more urgently as we 'build back better.' Our statement for the Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM.
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Taking Shelter: Communities tackle gender-based violence amid COVID-19 in Bhutan
27 January 2021
Amid COVID-19-related lockdowns and movement restrictions, gender-based violence has escalated globally, including in Bhutan. A community-based approach to tackling this challenge…
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Bus conductors in Bhutan take on a new role amid the pandemic: Ending gender-based violence
27 January 2021
Kelsang Tshomo is normally a bus conductor in Thimphu. But COVID-19 realities have transformed her into a warrior seeking to end domestic violence and other harms against women.
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Statement
Let’s stop treating sexual and reproductive health care as anything less than essential
12 December 2020
On Universal Health Coverage Day, our Executive Director reiterates UNFPA's stand that there can be no UHC without SRH!
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Standing up for human rights is more important than ever
10 December 2020
Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, our Executive Director's message for Human Rights Day 2020 is clear - and urgent.
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Gender-based violence helplines deliver critical, life-saving services in northern Myanmar amid COVID-19 pandemic
09 December 2020
To enhance women’s ability to reach out for help, UNFPA supports gender-based violence helplines managed by the Metta Foundation’s Women and Girls Centre so survivors in Kachin…
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Statement
The health systems we build back after COVID-19 must reach everyone
03 December 2020
Our Executive Director's strong message on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Statement
Unlocking the Lockdown: Addressing HIV in Asia-Pacific at a time of COVID-19
01 December 2020
The challenges of persons living with or vulnerable to HIV in Asia-Pacific have only increased amid COVID-19. Our Regional Director explains how this crisis can be tackled.
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Statement
COVID-19 Threatens to Exacerbate Inequalities Faced by Many Living with HIV
01 December 2020
Our Executive Director's statement for World AIDS Day underscores the vulnerability of key populations all the more amid the ongoing pandemic, and what must be done to protect…
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