News

Worldwide Focus on Family Planning Begins at West African Forum

30 November 2011
The family planning conference in Senegal is meant to address, among other issues, the needs of young mothers like this one, shown at a clinic in the countryside. Photo: Joe Penney
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Statement

Promoting Greater Support for Voluntary Family Planning

29 November 2011
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Press Release

Galvanize Greater Political, Financial Support for Family Planning, UNFPA Urges Leaders at Landmark Conference in Senegal

29 November 2011
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News

A Look at How Ethnic Beliefs Affect Maternal and Child Health in Four Countries

06 December 2011
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News

Griots Help Reduce Cutting in Guinea

23 November 2011
Traditional griots during an awareness-raising session on the dangers of cutting.
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Press Release

Additional Investments in Youth Needed as World Population Tops 7 Billion, States UNFPA Report

26 October 2011
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News

Twenty-five Children: A Safety Net in Kenya’s Poorest Region

14 October 2011
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In the News

Senegal's 'Small Revolution' in Family Planning

13 October 2011
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News

Addressing Low Fertility in a World of 7 Billion: Macedonians Try Financial Incentives

13 October 2011
Although the global population is increasing rapidly, demographic trends in different parts of the world diverge wildly. In many parts of Europe, for example, low birth rates have led to declining and ageing populations. Here's a report from The former Republic of Macedonia, one of the countries featured in the 2011 State of World Population.
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Press Release

UNFPA Providing Lifesaving Services to Pregnant Women Affected by Floods in Pakistan

12 October 2011
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