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Breaking tradition: Malawian community leader reforms initiation ceremonies to protect girls’ rights
Fanny Galeta wasn’t sure how to react when her mother told her that her initiation ceremony had been planned. Over the years, Fanny had heard many... Read more
A transformative journey to reach zero preventable maternal deaths in Rwanda
Rwanda has undergone a remarkable journey in tackling its high maternal mortality rate over the past decade. From an alarming 1071 maternal deaths... Read more
Five ways to change life for women in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
With a legacy of sexual violence, prolonged war and high rates of maternal mortality, the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a country in crisis.... Read more
After surviving sexual violence, youth leader creates change for girls with disabilities in the DRC
Ngoma is deaf, so she didn’t hear the group of boys as they snuck up behind her on a road in her hometown of Matadi. “They ambushed me, then dragged... Read more
Raising the voices of survivors to create a generation free from female genital mutilation in Ethiopia
When she was fourteen, Zekia discovered that her parents were secretly preparing for her older sister to undergo female genital mutilation.“My... Read more
“I wanted to be last woman on earth to undergo FGM”
Mumina was just 7 years old when she suffered female genital mutilation (FGM). Bernadette was 13. As adults, they are part of Kenya’s movement to end... Read more
Defying tradition, championing rights: UNFPA sparks change in female genital mutilation hotspots across East Africa
''Is [female genital mutilation] religious?'' Under a tree in the quiet village of Dalocha Woreda in Central Ethiopia region,... Read more
Long road in a short time: ending FGM calls for immediate action
“A woman is a full circle; within her is the power to create, nurture, and transform.” This African saying celebrates the multifaceted strength of... Read more
Putting survivors at the forefront of the global movement to end female genital mutilation
“Today, on the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation, we reaffirm our dedication to the girls and women who have been... Read more
Cabo Delgado: Low tides and high stakes
Reaching women and girls in Mozambique's northernmost province. Read more on how UNFPA is supporting the provision and distribution of... Read more