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Teen mothers in Kenya become powerful advocates for change

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Young mothers Purity Bahati (left) and Naomi Kitsao (right) advocate for other young people to access sexual and reproductive health information and care. © UNFPA Kenya/Doulgas Waudo

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Girls in crisis settings overlooked for life-saving care, say health advocates

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A community leader makes his way to the tent of a pregnant 14-year-old former child bride. “I am worried about the delivery,” said the girl’s father. © UNFPA/David Brunetti

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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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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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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

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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In Costa Rica, from teen mom to girls’ rights advocate

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Teen mothers in Kenya become powerful advocates for change

Girls in crisis settings overlooked for life-saving care, say health advocates

Four women’s rights activists you need to know

New programme counters violence in northern Cameroon

In Botswana, future depends on investments in young people

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

Technical guidance for prioritizing adolescent health

In Costa Rica, from teen mom to girls’ rights advocate

Teen mothers in Kenya become powerful advocates for change

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