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Why ICPD is more relevant - and needed - than ever

calendar_today 26 November 2018

Statement

Why ICPD is more relevant - and needed - than ever

Without fulfilling the Programme of Action, we won't achieve the SDGs.

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Renewing our pledge to end violence against women and girls

calendar_today 25 November 2018

Statement

Renewing our pledge to end violence against women and girls

Global initiatives intensify efforts to address this scourge.

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Data literacy and storytelling at the UN World Data Forum

calendar_today 25 October 2018

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Data literacy and storytelling at the UN World Data Forum

Investing in new systems, methods, and partnerships to build data supporting the Sustainable Development Goals is pointless if the resulting data is not used or questioned by…

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Population ageing is not to be feared, but understood

calendar_today 24 October 2018

Statement

Population ageing is not to be feared, but understood

Countries can harness the 'longevity dividend' if they strategise well.

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Opinion: How partnering with policymakers turns data into action

calendar_today 17 October 2018

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Opinion: How partnering with policymakers turns data into action

"Time and again, we found that in situations where data was able to revolutionize institutions and behavior, and create real impact, policymakers were part of the conversation…

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New UNFPA SWOP report: The Power of Choice

calendar_today 17 October 2018

Press Release

New UNFPA SWOP report: The Power of Choice

New York / Bangkok, 17 October 2018--The global trend towards smaller families, including in Asia and the Pacific, is a reflection of people making reproductive choices to have…

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State of World Population 2018: The Power of Choice

calendar_today 17 October 2018

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State of World Population 2018: The Power of Choice

Choice can change the world. It can rapidly improve the well-being of women and girls, transform families and societies, and accelerate global development.

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Earthquake and tsunami devastating for 45,000 pregnant women in Indonesia

calendar_today 16 October 2018

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Earthquake and tsunami devastating for 45,000 pregnant women in Indonesia

UNFPA is on the ground, reinforcing the government-led humanitarian response to ensure lifesaving services reach women and girls.

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A Skilled GirlForce is a force for change!

calendar_today 11 October 2018

Statement

A Skilled GirlForce is a force for change!

Statement for the International Day of the Girl 2018.

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