calendar_today 01 October 2017

Statement

Tapping the talents and contributions of older persons: International Day of Older Persons 2017

A new narrative about the role of older persons is in the making—one that acknowledges their potential to contribute to societies and economies.

calendar_today 28 September 2017

News

Horrific stories, urgent action: Addressing gender-based violence amid the Rohingya refugee crisis

UNFPA takes the lead in supporting Rohingya survivors of sexual assault and other violence.

calendar_today 21 September 2017

Together for Peace: Respect, Safety and Dignity for All

On the International Day of Peace, youth across Asia-Pacific are speaking up!

calendar_today 12 September 2017

Press Release

UNFPA Bangladesh Seeks Emergency Funding for Reproductive Health and Gender-Based Violence Response for Rohingya Women and Girls Arriving from Myanmar

As Rohingya civilians pour into Bangladesh from Myanmar, UNFPA is urgently seeking US$ 13 million for lifesaving reproductive health and gender-based violence response services to…

calendar_today 07 September 2017

News

Six golden principles for interviewing women who may have experienced violence

Collecting data on violence against women is fraught with challenges. UNFPA's lead researcher on VAW data lists six key rules for success.

calendar_today 01 September 2017

News

UNFPA's vital mandate, the UN's vital role, at a crucial time for the world: Our outgoing Regional Director reflects

Our outgoing Regional Director Yoriko Yasukawa reflects on UNFPA and the UN's role at this crucial time for the world.

calendar_today 19 August 2017

Statement

Reproductive health and rights must be protected in crises

Every day, millions of women and girls, whose lives have been upended by wars, conflicts or natural disasters, cannot enjoy these rights.

calendar_today 12 August 2017

Statement

Peace depends on the participation of young people

If we want a more peaceful world, we can no longer afford to leave young people behind.

calendar_today 10 August 2017

News

Youth smash sexism in Bangladesh

In Bangladesh youth break free from bias, prejudice & violence against women.