News

Elopement or kidnapping? A love story in Afghanistan

calendar_today13 April 2021

Many young people in Afghanistan have no say over whether or whom to marry. Pictured: a ring belonging to one Afghan child bride. © UNFPA Afghanistan
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News

Bodily autonomy: Busting 7 myths that undermine individual rights and freedoms

calendar_today14 April 2021

A survivor of childhood violence in Ghana, during a conversation about her experience. Violations of bodily autonomy can leave lasting emotional scars. © UNFPA/George Koranteng
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State of World Population 2021

Publication date

Apr 2021

Author

UNFPA

State of World Population

State of World Population 2021

My Body is My Own - Claiming the right to autonomy and self-determination

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News

We must empower women and girls to claim their bodily autonomy, leaders affirm

calendar_today19 March 2021

Catarina Furtado visits a new mother in a maternity ward. The right to make essential choices, such as when and whether to become a parent, and to see a doctor, must be realized for all, she said. Image courtesy of Catarina Furtado.
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Video

UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem's Message to the High-Level Segment of the Human Rights Council

calendar_today23 February 2021

UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem's Message to the High-Level Segment of the Human Rights Council

UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem's Message to the High-Level Segment of the Human Rights Council

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Speech

Statement of the Executive Director to the High-Level Segment of the Human Rights Council

calendar_today23 February 2021

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Guidance Note cover

Publisher

UNFPA

Publication date

Dec 2020

Author

UNFPA

Number of pages

48

Publication

Guidance Note for Applying a Human Rights-Based Approach to Programming in UNFPA

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News

Pandemic, stigma threaten to leave persons with disabilities behind, consultations show

calendar_today03 December 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has increased obstacles for persons with disabilities. Pictured is an inclusive race in Egypt. © UNFPA
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News

Groups already vulnerable to HIV face increased risks during COVID-19 pandemic

calendar_today01 December 2020

A clinic in Kenya provides sensitive sexual and reproductive health services to a variety of clients, including sex workers. © UNFPA/Luis Tato
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News

For one breast cancer survivor in Gaza Strip, a journey of hardship and hope

calendar_today17 November 2020

A festival is held in Gaza to raise awareness about breast cancer and encourage screenings and treatment. Image courtesy of Culture and Free Thought Association.
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