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Fighting for equal rights against the tide of climate change

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Across the world, cyclones, hurricanes, floods, extreme temperatures and drought are becoming more frequent, more prolonged and more intense. © UNICEF/Allen Stephen/Infinity Images
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For the community, by the community: Transgender advocates for sexual and reproductive health and rights

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Members of Bangladesh’s transgender and gender-diverse hijra community gather in Gaibandha on 13 May 2024 to perform and share their experiences with UNFPA. © UNFPA Bangladesh / Samantha Reinders
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28 May 2024
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“It brings me hope”: The impact of universal health coverage for Afghan refugees in Iran

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Afghan women refugees are among those reached by an initiative from the Islamic Republic of Iran to expand access to health services. © UNFPA 
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10 May 2024
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How UNFPA helps mothers around the world embrace their right to good health and safe pregnancy

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When mother-of-four Majeda Begum faced complications during childbirth, her transfer to a Dhaka hospital was facilitated by a new app. © BOX Office
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“I feel more confident”: Empowering young people with disabilities with agency over their sexual and reproductive health in Mongolia

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Adiya (left) and Bilguun (right), both of whom are young people with disabilities, have benefited from comprehensive sexuality education. © UNFPA Mongolia / B. Khash-Erdene
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Investing in equality: How young women are innovating to improve their health, rights and lives

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In the United Republic of Tanzania, Juliana Magesa founded Young Mums Unite, a support group where mothers aged 15 to 24 can access information and essential services, including family planning, maternal health care and counselling. © UNFPA/Msomi Huru
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Five ways UNFPA’s partnership with Australia is making a difference in the lives of women and girls

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With support from Australia, UNFPA has delivered supplies in response to the earthquake in Nepal and works with the Government to build resilience to crises. © UNFPA Nepal/Bikash Karki
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The Republic of Korea and UNFPA join forces to meet women and girls' health needs in humanitarian crises

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A woman in the Barigondaga displacement site in Mali listens to UNFPA staff at an awareness-raising session on gender-based violence. © UNFPA Mali/Amadou Maiga
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