The Central African Republic is one of the worst countries in the world to be a woman.

Why? Because most women in the country are illiterate, live in poverty and experience gender-based violence on a widespread scale.

Hear some of their stories and see how UNFPA—the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency—is taking action to help them learn new skills.

In the Central African Republic, where women are risking their lives to escape violence, safe spaces supported by UNFPA—the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency—are saving lives.

See what it looks like when women find safety.
 

Female genital mutilation (FGM) is a harmful practice that is internationally recognized as a human rights violation.

Unfortunately, a lot of myths and misinformation about FGM still exist that perpetuate the practice.

So, where is it practiced? What are the consequences? And are men against it?

Let Shudufhadzo Musida, UNFPA Global Champion for Women and Girls, tell you the facts as she reacts to real online comments about FGM.

Two months after the devastating earthquakes hit Herat, women and girls are still in urgent need of humanitarian assistance.

Let UNFPA Asia & the Pacific Regional Director Pio Smith show you how we are providing life-saving support to the thousands of people affected in Afghanistan.

Learn more.

Hanaa is one of the 250,000 refugees who have crossed into Egypt, fleeing the deadly conflict in Sudan.

See how UNFPA-supported safe spaces are providing psychosocial support to women affected by this devastating humanitarian crisis.