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Four women’s rights activists you need to know

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For International Women's Day, UNFPA is celebrating four activists who are blazing a trail for women. Images from left to right courtesy of Tanzila Khan, Deli Barroso, the NGO Atina and Arthur Nazaryan/Delphin Films.

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New programme counters violence in northern Cameroon

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Sylvie Tokofi's village was attacked by Boko Haram. She was forced to flee and drop out of school. Today, a UNFPA-supported programme aims to help young people like her promote peace. © UNFPA Cameroon

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Dropping the knife: One woman joins the fight for women’s rights in the Gambia

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Aja Babung Sidibeh used to gather girls for the FGM ritual. She comes from a family considered custodians of the tradition. © UNFPA/Kasandi Mulaa

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In Botswana, future depends on investments in young people

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Xhute left school because her family could not afford to buy her shoes to wear to class. She plans to continue her education and become a teacher. © UNFPA Botswana/Nchidzi Smarts

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In Colombia, efforts to end FGM are empowering women to be leaders

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Solani Zapata, a member of her region's indigenous council, says talking about FGM sparked conversations about women's role in society. © UNFPA/Daniel Baldotto

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New study finds child marriage rising among most vulnerable Syrian refugees

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A girl dresses as a bride for a march against child marriage and gender-based violence in Jezzine, Lebanon. © RET Liban

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From teen mother to mentor in the Comoros

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After Jiminie Moussa became pregnant at 16, she was abandoned by her parents and boyfriend. © UNFPA Comoros/Nasser Youssouf

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Initiative brings sexual health information to remote parts of Cambodia

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After attending the ourtreach session, Kem Lean, 16, decided to receive antenatal care and give birth in a health facility. © UNFPA Cambodia/Monika Mey

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After marriage at age 9, a former child bride gets a second chance

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At age 9, Shukria was forced to drop out of school to get married. Now, at 55, she has returned to school and wants to help other vulnerable women beat the odds. © UNFPA

Cover of report - Technical guidance for prioritizing adolescent health

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UNFPA

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2017

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UNFPA and WHO for the Adolescent Working Group under EWEC

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Technical guidance for prioritizing adolescent health

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Four women’s rights activists you need to know

New programme counters violence in northern Cameroon

Dropping the knife: One woman joins the fight for women’s rights in the Gambia

In Botswana, future depends on investments in young people

In Colombia, efforts to end FGM are empowering women to be leaders

New study finds child marriage rising among most vulnerable Syrian refugees

From teen mother to mentor in the Comoros

Initiative brings sexual health information to remote parts of Cambodia

After marriage at age 9, a former child bride gets a second chance

Technical guidance for prioritizing adolescent health

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