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Major commitments made by governments, civil society, private sector at landmark sexual and reproductive health summit
World leaders, representatives of non-governmental organizations, young people, business leaders and community groups unveiled their commitments to... Read more
Nairobi Summit on ICPD25 a commitment to end maternal deaths, gender-based violence and unmet need for family planning
The landmark Nairobi Summit on ICPD25 calls for action to end maternal deaths, stop gender-based violence and meet demand for family planning – all... Read more
When is Universal Health Coverage good for attaining universal Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights?
This is a special year for all rights-based health advocates, as we celebrate 25 years of the International Conference on Population and Development... Read more
African and Asian Parliamentarians recommit to transforming the lives of all, especially women and girls
Members of Parliament from Asia and East and Southern Africa committed to intensifying their efforts to improve the livelihoods of all, especially... Read more
Spotlight Initiative raises awareness of gender-based violence among peer educators in Zimbabwe
At the vocational training centre where he is studying, there is “a lot of abuse” in the form of sexual harassment, often perpetrated by young men,... Read more
In Uganda, surviving rape and child marriage one plait at a time
“In my culture, when a man rapes you, they must take you as their wife,” Irene Asibazuyo, 16, explained. “Otherwise, your family risks being cursed... Read more
GirlForce: Unscripted and unstoppable on the road to Nairobi and beyond!
Around the world, girls are challenging gender stereotypes and breaking free from the traditional roles that society has dictated for generations. On... Read more
25 Years Later, a Landmark Framework on Rights and Choices is More Relevant Than Ever
To mitigate global climate change, twelve-year old activist Yola Mgogwana makes eco-bricks with rubbish and encourages her peers to emulate her... Read more
“I couldn’t recognize my own face any more” – empowered to rebuild her life after years of spousal abuse
Ana Maria*, 30, suffered psychological, emotional and physical abuse at the hands of her husband for years and still feels distressed when she sees... Read more
Creating safe spaces for girls to thrive in Malawi under the Spotlight Initiative
“I am happy to have been part of this landmark training,” says Twambilile Kayuni, 28, Gender Programme Coordinator for Girls Empowerment Network (... Read more