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“We were judgmental”: Making health care safe, accessible to young people

Nurse Blessings Sonkhanani has received training on how to provide information and care to young people. “Now we know what young people need,” she said. © UNFPA/Meaghan Charkowick

03 September 2015

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“I have value”: Brave polio survivor overcomes every obstacle

Paralysed and uneducated, Barira spent 16 years believing she had no value. Still, she had a fierce desire to learn. With a little help, she has rebuilt her life, making many friends, and becoming an active part of her community. © UNFPA

26 August 2015

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Youth spring into action in wake of Myanmar’s floods

Ko Win Tin Aung, a youth volunteer, delivers assistance to flood survivors in Ohn Pin Su Village, Ayeyawady Region. © UNFPA Myanmar/Benny Manser

18 August 2015

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Madagascar sees a new generation of women leaders

Participants at a session of the Young Women’s Leadership Programme (YWLP). Through this programme, they will identify issues in their communities, then devise practical, effective solutions. © Youth First

12 August 2015

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Young leaders make the case for peace in Somalia

Fatima Abdi Ali (right) with other young people. Ms. Abdi Ali, 21, serves on the country's Youth Advisory Panel, promoting the role of young people in establishing a sustainable peace in Somalia. © Y-Peer Somalia

10 August 2015

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Sexuality education comes to Kyrgyzstan

Young people and health professional advocated for the reproductive health law. © UNFPA

06 August 2015

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At Uganda hackathon, youth code their way to better sexual and reproductive health

Young people worked with experts and UN staff to develop new mobile health solutions at a Kampala hackathon. The winning team celebrates with a selfie. © UNFPA Uganda

30 July 2015

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Family planning helps refugees put their families, futures first

Irene Ayo, 20, is a peer educator in the South Sudanese refugee settlement where she lives. She teaches other young refugees about the benefits of family planning. © UNFPA/Eveyln Kiapi

28 July 2015

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Young humanitarian responders vital in Nepal quake relief

"I felt I had a responsibility to the earthquake survivors,” said Janak BK, here with another young responder and earthquake survivors in Sindhuli District. © UNFPA Nepal

23 July 2015

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Helping girls stay in the game

Netball athletes show their skills during a rally at Manchester High School in Jamaica. A UNFPA-supported programme is showing young people how to apply their skills to making healthy choices. © UNFPA SROC

15 July 2015

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