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For indigenous women in the Philippines, women-friendly safe spaces extend a bridge to healthcare

calendar_today24 April 2025

“Raising my kids and providing for their daily needs is tough, but the fulfilment I get from helping my tribe is already a priceless gift," Jacqueline smiles. © UNFPA Philippines/Ferdh Cabrera
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International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples

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International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
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In Paraguay, nurse Mariel Díaz delivers culturally-sensitive healthcare to indigenous communities

calendar_today08 August 2025

Mariel Díaz Flores, 37, says that she could finish her nursing degree thanks to family planning services. © UNFPA Paraguay/Pedro Ferreira.
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How UNFPA is helping protect indigenous Paraguayan youths against adolescent pregnancy

calendar_today09 October 2024

Irene Vera Portillo is an advocate for the rights of the Ava Guaraní people, the ethnic group to which she belongs. © UNFPA Paraguay / Zunilda Acosta
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Empowering indigenous women in Venezuela to become mothers by choice, not chance

calendar_today08 August 2024

Omaira Opikuko speaks with a nurse before obtaining an intrauterine device. © UNFPA Venezuela
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International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples 2024

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International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples 2024
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Communication and understanding: The pillars supporting culturally sensitive maternal health care in Panama

calendar_today20 March 2024

Intercultural interpreter Eira Carrera helps the women of her indigenous Ngäbe community liaise with Spanish-speaking health-care providers at the José Domingo De Obaldía Maternal and Infant Hospital. ©UNFPA/Rebecca Zerzan
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Indigenous men advocate gender equality to benefit women – and men too

calendar_today12 January 2024

Dr. Jaime Castillo encourages men to support their mothers, wives and daughters – just as his father taught him. © UNFPA/Rebecca Zerzan
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International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples 2023

calendar_today09 August 2023

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