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The power of girls: African athletes call for gender equality, support for girls

09 October 2015
Marcelle, 19, calls for girls to “get an education and be successful in life.” She and other elite athletes at the All African Games promoted girls’ rights, health and well-being through a variety of UNFPA-supported programmes. © UNFPA Congo
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The Power of the Adolescent Girl: Vision for 2030

11 October 2015
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Despite trauma, a little help goes a long way for Syrian refugees

07 October 2015
‘Aida struggled to recover from the memories of the Sarin gas attacks in Ghouta, Syria. After her family fled to Lebanon, services at a women’s centre helped her start a small business. © UNFPA/David Brunetti
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African Union leaders pledge to invest in promise of young people

30 September 2015
Young people must be prioritized, African Union leaders declared at a high-level meeting yesterday. Youth like Luwiza Lewis, in Malawi, demonstrate how opportunities can translate into lasting progress. © UNFPA Malawi
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Empowered girls can change the world, say UNFPA head and Ashley Judd

28 September 2015
Panel moderator Asha Curran, director of the Center for Innovation and Social Impact at the 92nd St Y, with UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin and Ashley Judd, an actress and human rights activist, at the Social Good Summit in New York. © UNFPA/Koye Adeboye
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Statement by the Executive Director to the Executive Board

31 January 2013
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In region assaulted by Boko Haram, women, young people key to stability

26 September 2015
The crisis caused by the Boko Haram insurgency threatens to undermine development throughout the region. Girls in northern Nigeria. © UNFPA Nigeria/Ololade Daniel
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Beyond HIV: Improving opportunities and quality of life for young people in Latin America

September 22, 2015

In Latin America young people are defending human rights and are demanding access to health services for people living with HIV. Learn more here. 

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HIV-positive youth leaders push for better access to care in Latin America

21 September 2015
Joel Barrera began a support group for youth living with HIV, which has transformed into a network for youth to advocate for better care and an end to discrimination. © UNFPA/Walter Sotomayor
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Women’s football defies stereotypes, inspires change in Cameroon

15 September 2015
Monique (top row, fourth from left), 18, and her teammates are challenging expectations in their conservative community. © UNFPA
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