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An inside look at life-saving mobile clinics in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the health and protection needs of women and girls are soaring. Conflict between armed groups in the east of... Read more
War, pregnancy and hope: Setyelem's harrowing journey of giving birth in Ethiopia
Mother-of-two Setyelem, 29, had been diligent about going for antenatal check-ups during her first two pregnancies. But during her third pregnancy... Read more
Five things you need to know about consent to sex
Everyone has the right to make their own choices about their bodies. Yet millions of people are denied their right to say no to sex – or yes to the... Read more
Spotlight Initiative dialogue emphasizes the need for partnerships, local ownership and strategic investments to end gender-based violence
The Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme (SIARP) together with representatives from eight African countries currently implementing the... Read more
Beating the odds: Resilience, hope and safe births at a UNFPA mobile clinic in the DRC
Although heavily pregnant and in pain, Kaindo Bembeleza waited patiently along with dozens of other women on a row of benches under a tarpaulin tent... Read more
Women of African descent continue to carry the torch for justice amid longstanding inequities
Women of African descent are part of an extraordinary legacy. They have led movements to end enslavement and uphold fundamental rights for themselves... Read more
From bullying to respectful: Cleiton's club ignites shift in gender perspectives among Mozambican boys
Just 14 years old, Cleiton Adriano has set himself an admirable goal. The ninth grader is holding awareness-raising activities with his peers to help... Read more
“Sometimes she was desperate”: How survivors of sexual violence in the DRC are healing with the help of UNFPA’s frontline workers
“I was going to fetch firewood from the forest to cook food for myself and my six children, when I came across armed men.” Anny*, 33, spoke to UNFPA... Read more
Humanitarian emergencies: We stand by women and girls when they need us most
Conflict and disasters compound the challenges faced by millions of people around the world, driving record levels of displacement and humanitarian ... Read more
New centre aims to empower Namibian youth to thrive
At 16, Maria Hailonga experienced a significant trauma that affected her mental health – the death of her mother. She needed help to deal with her... Read more