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Escaping child marriage in Sierra Leone

Zainab Binta Jalloh was married off at age 15. Today, she is outspoken about her experience and the need for change. Image courtesy of Zainab.

27 March 2018

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In the Philippines, information key to halting teenage pregnancy

“We really need more information on sex and reproductive health,” said Kathleen Acosta, 18, a senior and student leader at UP high school in Iloilo. © UNFPA Philippines

23 March 2018

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Violence knows no borders: Leaders, activists take on horrors of gender-based violence

Violence against women and girls is pervasive throughout the world. A rape kit in South Sudan. © UNFPA/Tim McKulka

16 March 2018

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Sheltering teen moms: Emergency home offers crisis care in Thailand

This UNFPA-supported emergency home in Bangkok offers crisis care, shelter and services for women and girls who find themselves unexpectedly pregnant. © UNFPA

28 February 2018

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Teen moms in Peru pinpoint need for sexuality education, health services

Angie and Jazmin were both teen mothers in Lima, Peru. They both say they did not have access to comprehensive sexuality education. © Paco Chuquiure

19 February 2018

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Mozambique programme empowers girls to fight gender inequality, child marriage

Girls in the Raparinga Biz meet in a safe space, where they can freely discuss issues including gender equality, violence and their own struggles. © UNFPA Mozambique

14 February 2018

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Mothers too young: Inequality fuels adolescent pregnancies in Thailand

Fern* is living in an emergency home, a shelter offering crisis care and maternal care for teen mothers. © UNFPA/Ruth Carr

12 February 2018

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Ethiopian women and girls see “remarkable results” in ending child marriage

08 February 2018

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Life interrupted: Myanmar teen pregnancy points to need for comprehensive sexuality education

Thiri became pregnant at age 15. A marriage was hastily arranged for her, and she dropped out of school. © UNFPA Myanmar/Yenny Gamming

25 January 2018

Voices of child brides around the world

01 February 2018

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