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Bodily autonomy becomes a global rallying cry at Paris Forum on gender equality

02 July 2021

UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem and Malian feminist activist Oumou Salif Touré visited the art installation UNFPA developed in partnership with Equipop and Dysturb to highlight the critical importance of realizing bodily autonomy for all. “The future remains very uncertain. But I have faith in this generation of feminists to which I belong,” Ms. Touré told UNFPA. © UNFPA/Appolonia Benoist

My body is my own: Envisioning a world of rights and choices

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Support from France to safeguard health and lives of millions of women and girls

02 July 2021

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Gender equality is the key to a better future for all, world leaders and youth activists agree at Paris Forum

30 June 2021

“It is now time to deliver,” said UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem at the opening ceremony of the Generation Equality Forum. © Service photo du Ministère de l'Europe et des Affaires étrangères

Events

Intergenerational Action for Bodily Autonomy: Accelerating Sustainable Development Goal 3

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Empowering Kenyan women and girls with disabilities in managing menstrual health

24 June 2021

Anne Wanjiru leads a programme on sexuality for persons with disabilities, which includes menstrual hygiene management. © This-Ability Trust

Resources

‘Know Your Rights!’ Guide

Resource date: 14 June 2021

Author: UNFPA, Women Enabled International, UN Women

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Resources

Checklist for Preventing and Addressing Gender-Based Violence against Women and Girls with Disabilities during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Resource date: 14 June 2021

Author: UNFPA, Women Enabled International, UN Women

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Entrepreneurship flourishes among Filipino populations at risk for HIV

28 June 2021

A programme for populations vulnerable to HIV helps individuals start small businesses, like a food stand, at a time when many have trouble finding employment during COVID-19. © UNFPA Philippines/Merceditas Apilado | Photo for representational purposes only

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Happy Father’s Day

June 20, 2021

This Sunday we celebrate fathers who are breaking traditional parenting roles, raising strong daughters, educating their sons and supporting their partners

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