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Young pioneer in Ethiopia defies FGM, finds love

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Hawa Buha with her husband, Enehaba Seid, in their home in Ethiopia. Ms. Hawa has been a trailblazer in her community, first refusing to undergo FGM, then marrying for love. © UNFPA Ethiopia/Abraham Gelaw

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“I have value”: Brave polio survivor overcomes every obstacle

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Paralysed and uneducated, Barira spent 16 years believing she had no value. Still, she had a fierce desire to learn. With a little help, she has rebuilt her life, making many friends, and becoming an active part of her community. © UNFPA

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Youth spring into action in wake of Myanmar’s floods

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Ko Win Tin Aung, a youth volunteer, delivers assistance to flood survivors in Ohn Pin Su Village, Ayeyawady Region. © UNFPA Myanmar/Benny Manser

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2014 Annual Report of FGM Joint Programme: Voices of Change

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Young leaders make the case for peace in Somalia

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Fatima Abdi Ali (right) with other young people. Ms. Abdi Ali, 21, serves on the country's Youth Advisory Panel, promoting the role of young people in establishing a sustainable peace in Somalia. © Y-Peer Somalia

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At Uganda hackathon, youth code their way to better sexual and reproductive health

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Young people worked with experts and UN staff to develop new mobile health solutions at a Kampala hackathon. The winning team celebrates with a selfie. © UNFPA Uganda

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Refugee with disability overcomes steep hurdles

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Fatima at the Zaatari women’s centre where she volunteers as an art instructor. As a disabled child, she had to overcome stigma and isolation. She faced the same challenges again as a refugee. © UNFPA

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USAID and UNFPA collaborate on Supply Chain

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Family planning fair dispels rumours, empowers women

calendar_today21 July 2015

Patricia, 23, arrived at the fair knowing very little about contraception. But she was intrigued. "I do not want to have more children now because I do not have the means to support them," she said. © UNFPA WCARO

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2014 Annual Report of FGM Joint Programme: Voices of Change

Young leaders make the case for peace in Somalia

At Uganda hackathon, youth code their way to better sexual and reproductive health

Refugee with disability overcomes steep hurdles

USAID and UNFPA collaborate on Supply Chain

Family planning fair dispels rumours, empowers women

Young pioneer in Ethiopia defies FGM, finds love

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