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09 May 2018
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Celebrating the journey to motherhood
May is a time for motherhood. Dozens of countries around the world observe Mother’s Day this month, celebrating the strength and beauty of mothers everywhere. The fifth of May,…
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04 February 2018
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UNFPA's vision and agenda 2030
Our new strategic plan is designed to drive the ambitions and goals of the ICPD and 2030 agendas.
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17 October 2017
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Worlds Apart
In today’s world, gaps in wealth have grown shockingly wide. Billions of people linger at the bottom, denied their human rights and prospects for a better life.
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11 October 2017
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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…
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04 October 2017
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Dr. Natalia Kanem Appointed UNFPA Executive Director
On 3 October 2017, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres appointed Dr. Natalia Kanem Executive Director of UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund. She brings to the…
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20 March 2017
Girls in crisis settings overlooked for life-saving care, say health advocates
UNITED NATIONS, New York/BEIRUT, Lebanon – “To be pregnant in the middle of a humanitarian setting is already a dangerous situation, but for girls aged 15…
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12 February 2017
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Say #IDONT to fight child marriage this Valentine's Day
UNITED NATIONS, New York/Beirut, Lebanon – Standing several inches shy of her middle-aged groom’s shoulder, the 12-year-old bride, outfitted in a child…
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30 January 2017
New study finds child marriage rising among most vulnerable Syrian refugees
A girl dresses as a bride for a march against child marriage and gender-based violence in Jezzine, Lebanon. © RET Liban United Nations, New York/Beirut, Lebanon …
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12 July 2016
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Mother and Child Say "No" to Child Marriage in Zaatari
Mother and Child Say "No" to Child Marriage in Zaatari
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