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Green shoots of hope spring from the depths of war in Yemen

Hiam and other women learn sustainable farming skills as part of a training at a UNFPA-supported safe space in Yemen. ©UNFPA Yemen/YWU

20 September 2023

Women fleeing from conflict in Sudan receive mental health support in Egypt

Published on: 26/06/2023

Hanaa is one of the 250,000 refugees who have crossed into Egypt, fleeing the deadly conflict in Sudan.

See how UNFPA-supported safe spaces are providing psychosocial support to women affected by this devastating humanitarian crisis.

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How a safe space in the Republic of Moldova offers comprehensive sexuality education for Roma refugees fleeing Ukraine

Sahin Rădiță, coordinator at the safe space in Chișinău, capital of the Republic of Moldova, said that for Roma youth, “Our services are welcome, even necessary.” © UNFPA Moldova

17 August 2023

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Brick by brick: How one Syrian earthquake survivor rebuilt her life

Najwa Bikdash, 52, is from the Bustan Al Zahra neighbourhood in Aleppo. After her abusive husband walked out on her and their four daughters, her precarious situation was exacerbated by the earthquakes that ravaged Syria in February this year. © UNFPA Syria/Ange Hussein, ICDA, 2023

04 August 2023

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Young mothers in Malawi find a space safe from Tropical Storm Freddy’s catastrophic consequences

Young women, including adolescent parents, gather at a UNFPA Safe Space in Bangula camp in the aftermath of Cyclone Freddy. © UNFPA/Eldson Chagara

17 April 2023

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One year into the war, displaced Ukrainian women are determined to persevere

Refugee women are emerging as a new generation of Ukrainians: resilient, strong, and determined to build a better future. © UNFPA Moldova/Ion Ples Alexandru

03 March 2023

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How one woman in Gaza triumphed above marital violence, and cancer, to inspire other survivors

A survivor of gender-based violence takes part in an embroidery class as part of the life skills training programme at a UNFPA-supported safe space in Jabilya, in the Gaza Strip. © Abdel Shafi Community Health Association

09 December 2022

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On the border between Brazil and Venezuela, safe spaces offer hope and information

14 September 2022

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In her words: A child bride from Yemen forced to grow up too fast

Women learn tailoring skills as part of a vocational training programme at a UNFPA-supported safe space. © UNFPA Yemen | Photo does not depict subject featured in story.

10 February 2022

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For gender-based violence survivors in Palestine, a little assistance goes a long way

A cash voucher assistance programme has helped vulnerable women purchase much-needed groceries, hygiene supplies and children's essentials. The financial boost is part of other safe space services including psychosocial support, legal counselling and vocational training. © UNFPA Palestine

18 January 2022

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Green shoots of hope spring from the depths of war in Yemen

Women fleeing from conflict in Sudan receive mental health support in Egypt

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Brick by brick: How one Syrian earthquake survivor rebuilt her life

Young mothers in Malawi find a space safe from Tropical Storm Freddy’s catastrophic consequences

One year into the war, displaced Ukrainian women are determined to persevere

How one woman in Gaza triumphed above marital violence, and cancer, to inspire other survivors

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