The Resolution calls upon States and the international community to accelerate actions to end fistula and reiterates the need for urgent efforts and significantly increased investment to improve maternal health by addressing sexual and reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health.
The document further outlines key recommendations and actions, and calls for the development of a Global Road Map to End Fistula within a decade.
The United Nations Secretary-General report outlines efforts made by the international community at the global, regional and national levels to end obstetric fistula, and offers recommendations to intensify those efforts with a human rights-based approach.
13 September - 26 September 2016
United Nations Headquarters, New York
18 September - 25 September 2018
United Nations Headquarters, New York
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This September marks the beginning of the General Assembly's 73rd session, where the United Nations will address issues of critical global importance.