- 01 Feb 2016
- Statement
UNFPA on the Zika Virus Outbreak
Everyone should take steps to avoid exposure to the Zika virus. Pregnant women and those of childbearing age should take extra care to avoid exposure to mosquito bites, use insecticide-treated…
UNFPA on the Zika Virus Outbreak
Everyone should take steps to avoid exposure to the Zika virus. Pregnant women and those of childbearing age should take extra…
Read story- 31 Dec 2015
- Statement
World Launches Historic Drive to End Poverty, Transform Humanity
The world will make history tomorrow by officially launching the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – the new development agenda that promises to lift millions of people from poverty, save and…
World Launches Historic Drive to End Poverty, Transform Humanity
The world will make history tomorrow by officially launching the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – the new development…
Read story- 10 Dec 2015
- Statement
Our rights. Our freedoms. Always.
Today, we mark the launch of a year-long campaign for the 50th anniversary of two landmark international treaties. Together, the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights and the…
Our rights. Our freedoms. Always.
Today, we mark the launch of a year-long campaign for the 50th anniversary of two landmark international treaties. Together, the…
Read story- 01 Dec 2015
- Statement
Ending AIDS as a Public Health Threat by 2030
Statement of the UNFPA Executive Director, Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin, for World AIDS Day This year, World AIDS Day coincides with the African conference on controlling HIV and other sexually…
Ending AIDS as a Public Health Threat by 2030
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Read story- 25 Nov 2015
- Statement
World Must End Violence against Women
One in three women worldwide has experienced physical or sexual violence, most often by an intimate partner. In most countries, fewer than four in 10 survivors of such violence seek help.
World Must End Violence against Women
One in three women worldwide has experienced physical or sexual violence, most often by an intimate partner. In most countries,…
Read story- 30 Oct 2015
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UNFPA Hopes Policy Changes Will Lead to Fulfillment of Chinese Couples' Rights on Family Size
UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, notes the important announcement by the Government of China that couples across the country may have two children, thereby moving away from the so-called “…
UNFPA Hopes Policy Changes Will Lead to Fulfillment of Chinese Couples'…
UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, notes the important announcement by the Government of China that couples across the…
Read story- 17 Oct 2015
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A New Era in the Fight against Poverty
To lift people out of poverty, countries will need stronger and better social protection systems. But to sustainably eradicate poverty, they will need to create many more jobs.
A New Era in the Fight against Poverty
To lift people out of poverty, countries will need stronger and better social protection systems. But to sustainably eradicate…
Read story- 11 Oct 2015
- Statement
The Power of the Adolescent Girl: Vision for 2030
Today, as we celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child, the world has an unprecedented opportunity to focus on the power of girls to drive progress and transform our world.
The Power of the Adolescent Girl: Vision for 2030
Today, as we celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child, the world has an unprecedented opportunity to focus on the power…
Read story- 01 Oct 2015
- Statement
Sustainable Cities for All Ages
Population ageing and urbanization are major global issues of the 21st century. While cities are growing, their share of residents aged 60 years and over is also rising. Rapid urbanization is…
Sustainable Cities for All Ages
Population ageing and urbanization are major global issues of the 21st century. While cities are growing, their share of…
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