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12 June 2023
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Profile: Sharika Cooray, UNFPA Sri Lanka
Sharika Cooray is the National Programme and Policy Analyst for Gender and Women's Rights and Humanitarian focal point with UNFPA Sri Lanka.
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08 June 2023
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Strengthening Maternal Health in Vanuatu: Midwives from Fiji and Vanuatu unite in the wake of Cyclones Judy and Kevin
UNFPA has been investing in training and maintaining a roster of retired midwives in Fiji and the region for humanitarian response. In January 2023, UNFPA trained a group of…
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08 June 2023
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Birth, Bravery, and Resilience: Stories from the Heart of Cyclone-hit Vanuatu
In this photo-essay, we share the compelling stories of midwives from Fiji and Vanuatu, tirelessly serving in the wake of Cyclones Judy and Kevin which have hit Vanuatu in March…
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08 June 2023
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Ensuring continuity of the cycle of life as climate disasters hit small island countries
UNFPA responded to the humanitarian crisis caused by the two consecutive cyclones by distributing ‘Dignity Kits’ to women and girls, and setting up a total of 12 Women Friendly…
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28 May 2023
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Photo story: Menstrual Health Heroes
This collection of photos and stories celebrates some of the frontline heroes advancing the discussion of menstrual health, sexual and reproductive health, and gender equality in…
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28 May 2023
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Opinion-Editorial: Menstrual health and the climate crisis
UNFPA Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific, Björn Andersson, says more needs to be done to destigmatize menstrual health and hygiene to help communities prepare for climate…
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22 May 2023
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UNFPA Asia-Pacific launches new podcast series ‘Hold on a minute’
UNFPA Asia and the Pacific Regional office released today the first episode of a new podcast series titled ‘Hold on a minute’ to shed light on the challenges facing women and…
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05 May 2023
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The Time is Now: Collective Investment in Midwifery for a Healthier, Safer World
Improving maternal and newborn health is a critical part of the Sustainable Development Goals, where we, as a global community, commit to ending preventable maternal and newborn…
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05 May 2023
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The world needs more Midwives
Globally, the need for skilled maternal and newborn health care is immense. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 287,000 women died during pregnancy and childbirth in…
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