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Four women’s rights activists you need to know

calendar_today06 March 2017

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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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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On Valentine's Day, say #IDONT

calendar_today10 February 2017

Photographer Vincent Tremeau traveled to communities in Nepal and Iraq where girls face a heightened risk of child marriage. He asked what they want to be when they grow up. Punita, 14, wants to be a teacher. © Vincent Tremeau
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  • New study finds child marriage rising among most vulnerable Syrian refugees

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New study finds child marriage rising among most vulnerable Syrian refugees

calendar_today31 January 2017

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

calendar_today25 January 2017

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

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Hillary Bustos Gómez found herself pregnant at 16 years old. © UNFPA/Priscilla Mora
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  • UNFPA Supplies 2015: Youth

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Aug 2016

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UNFPA Supplies 2015: Youth

This brief explains how UNFPA Supplies – UNFPA’s flagship programme helping countries build stronger health systems and widen access to contraceptives and life-saving medicines for maternal health – empowers youth. It is part of UNFPA Supplies' Key Results for 2015. 

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  • 10 New Year’s resolutions to help change the world

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10 New Year’s resolutions to help change the world

calendar_today14 December 2016

These 10 New Year's resolutions are inspired by real people who are making positive, lasting change. Based on photo by UNFPA Zimbabwe/Nikita Little
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