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New Ebola outbreak hits women and girls hardest in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Active conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is thwarting efforts to deliver life-saving sexual and reproductive health care to women and girls in need. © UNFPA Democratic Republic of the Congo

10 September 2018

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One year on, Rohingya women and girls seek safety – and a chance to heal

Harrowing accounts of gender-based violence have been widely reported. A Rohingya refugee visits a UNFPA-supported women-friendly space. © UNFPA/Allison Joyce

24 August 2018

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End to conflict spells no relief for women and girls in the Philippines

Women in conflict settings face increased risks to their health and well-being. Their vulnerability is even higher if they are pregnant. After giving birth, Aslima, 35, seeks treatment for anaemia at a UNFPA-supported medical mission in Marawi. © UNFPA Philippines/Mario Villamor

04 September 2018

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Ethiopian girls learn the skills they need to thrive – and secure their independence

Salia, now 18, tends to animals to provide for herself and her family. Just two years ago, Salia thought she would be a child bride. © UNFPA Ethiopia/Abraham Gelaw

29 August 2018

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In Turkmenistan, a reproductive health campaign changes attitudes

Identifying reproductive diseases early is essential for treating them. A couple visits a UNFPA-supported clinic for a free consultation and cervical cancer screening. ©UNFPA Turkmenistan/Ene Tuyliyev

27 August 2018

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From human bomb to paralegal, Boko Haram survivor helps heal her community

Halima, now 19, is a paralegal dedicated to helping women and girls. © UNFPA Chad/Théodore Somda

09 August 2018

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Girls in Azerbaijan battle disability stigma with sports

Girls attend a football programme run by UNFPA and the Special Olympics in Azerbaijan. The programme brings together girls living with disabilities and those without, to play sports and learn about their rights. © UNFPA Azerbaijan

24 July 2018

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Protecting women and girls after the earthquake in Papua New Guinea

26 April 2018

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Over coffee, young people in the Maldives discuss sexual and reproductive health

Young women and men come to Safe Space sessions in equal numbers and with equal levels of interest in discussing topics that, otherwise, most don't talk about with anyone else. © UNFPA Maldives/Ashwa Faheem

24 April 2018

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Sport offers gateway to reproductive health, human rights, peace

11 April 2018

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