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Her stories: How girls in India are turning to education instead of child marriage
Many parents in India think child marriage is good for the whole family - influenced by economic pressures and social norms that place lower value on... Read more
Amidst poverty and conflict, an Afghan father shows his daughter she counts
Facing social and economic pressures and the devastating impacts of protracted conflict, an Afghan father grapples with a decision that will shape... Read more
In Nepal, adolescent girls band together, showing communities ‘she counts’
Exposed to poverty and damaging notions that girls are less valuable than boys, many girls in rural Nepal accept these conditions as fate. But... Read more
Unsung heroes: How one generation of Korean feminists overthrew the deep-rooted preference for sons
Transforming a societal mindset wasnt easy, but a coalition of women wouldn't give up.
State of World Population Report 2020: Against My Will
Our Executive Director explains why this year's flagship report is so urgent.
Meeting family planning needs in Nepal’s quarantine centres
Getting crucial information and supplies to women in remote parts of Nepal amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
A Blight on Humanity’s Conscience
Our Executive Director speaks out on the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict.
Australia and UNFPA strengthen COVID-19 response in Bangladesh
The Australian Government and UNFPA are supporting the Government of Bangladesh in strengthening the provision of life-saving services for women and girls. Through the partnership, UNFPA has... Read more
Blue Heart: Joining hands in Viet Nam to protect children and women
UNICEF, UNFPA, UN WOMEN and MOLISA launch a campaign to raise public attention on violence against children and women Ha Noi, 4 June 2020 – Violence against women and children is never acceptable is... Read more
Canada grants CDN$400,000 to UNFPA to strengthen Government response for COVID19 pandemic in Sri Lanka
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (04 June 2020): High Commissioner of Canada to Sri Lanka, HE David McKinnon, and Representative of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Sri Lanka, Ms Ritsu Nacken, signed a... Read more