Statement

Stand up and say ‘enough’ to violence

25 November 2020
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Press Release

“We’ve had enough of violence against women and girls. It’s time for justice.” New UNFPA Goodwill Ambassador Isha Sesay joins the fight to end violence against women, female genital mutilation and child marriages

25 November 2020
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News

Young voices demand to be heard: Celebrating young activists on Human Rights Day

10 December 2019
Ms. Banda reads the inscription on her award, which comes from members of her community: “Thank you our fierce fighter, Memory." Image from video feed.
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News

Sex workers face high HIV risks – and high barriers to care

30 November 2019
Sex workers are highly vulnerable to gender-based violence, HIV, discrimination and other harms. © Tomislav Georgiev/UNFPA MK
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16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence 2019

25 November - 10 December 2019

Global

From 25 November to 10 December, the world observes 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence.

This campaign spotlights the actions being taken to end this global scourge, which is one of the most pervasive human rights abuses in the world. This year's campaign theme is: Generation Equality Stands Against Rape

The 16 days run from 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, to 10 December, Human Rights Day.

Statement

Message from Dr. Natalia Kanem, Executive Director of UNFPA, on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

25 November 2019
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