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“Giving up is not an option”: Hope for Afghans forced out of school
Mursal knows that early marriage often results in early pregnancy, unleashing a cascade of negative consequences for both girls and their families.
A mother-daughter midwife team saving mothers and babies in Lao PDR
To meet the National goal of placing midwives in each health center by 2030, there is a need to upgrade 1,200 midwives to Higher Diploma level and a... Read more
The Resolute Mahila Sarpanch Prem Devi Meena
I am happy to report that peace has been restored. I am proud of the mother and son who took it upon themselves to alert me and ensure that their... Read more
The threads that bind: How bilum-weaving in Papua New Guinea tells stories from the lives of women and girls
Through different patterns, bilums tell stories of joy, pain, transition, beauty – and gender inequality.
Empowering Girls in Bangladesh: Marija's Journey Towards Gender Equality and Safety
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... Read more
Zhang Jingdi: I want to be an exemplary older woman in China
If there is just one tip for staying healthy, it must be: Discover your life's passion and remain steadfast in its pursuit.
The role of data and statistics in advancing the population and sustainable development agenda
The path towards sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region must be informed by robust, comprehensive and ethical data collection, analysis... Read more
An athlete and advocate: Family planning empowered Lily to empower other women in Vanuatu
For Lily, having access to quality sexual and reproductive health information and services, helped her to decide the size of her family.
It is good to talk!
For the couples, they have learnt how to communicate better and manage internal conflicts and other challenging situations that often come up in... Read more
Ending Son Preference and Empowering Girls: A Path Towards Gender Equality
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... Read more