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COVID-19 and pregnancy: UNFPA's statement
We are working to ensure that accurate information is provided to women of reproductive age and pregnant women on infection precautions, potential... Read more
Better suicide prevention and mental health care needed among Myanmar’s most vulnerable
YANGON, Myanmar – Globally, a person dies from suicide every 40 seconds, and it is estimated that for every death, 20 others have attempted to take their own lives. The vast majority of suicides take... Read more
UNFPA supports China's response to COVID-19
Medical equipment and other crucial supplies for frontline workers, women and girls arrive at the epicentre of the novel coronavirus outbreak.
Unleashing youth power: A decade of accelerating actions towards zero female genital mutilation
Joint statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem, UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore, UN Women Executive Director Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka and WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom... Read more
To end FGM we need to change hearts and minds
So-called 'female circumcision' not only has no medical value whatsoever, it’s also one of the most egregious human rights violations that... Read more
“Never give up hope,” fistula survivor tells Pakistani women
“Helping women suffering fistula is my mission in life," Razia Shamshad said about the maternal injury from childbirth that she thought would ruin her life. “No woman deserves to live in misery,... Read more
Youth Standing up for Human Rights
The role of young people in advancing rights and choices for all: our statement for Human Rights Day.
World AIDS Day: Communities make the difference
Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem on World AIDS Day This World AIDS Day, UNFPA recognizes the vital role of communities in delivering sexual and reproductive health services... Read more
Together, we must stop rape now!
Our Executive Director's statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.
Nairobi Summit on ICPD25 ends with a clear path forward to transform the world for women and girls
NAIROBI, Kenya, 14 November 2019 - The Nairobi Summit on ICPD25 concluded today in the Kenyan capital, with partners making bold commitments to transform the world by ending all maternal deaths,... Read more