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Ethiopian refugees in Sudan in dire need of protection, reproductive health care

21 November 2020
A woman receives health services at a transit point in Hamdayet. © UNFPA Sudan/Sufian Abdul-Mouty
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Ukraine steadfast in tackling gender-based violence, despite pandemic-related increases

13 November 2020
Amid a surge in calls for help, counsellors and police are pivoting to new modes of communication. Image courtesy of Ternovyy Viktor
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For one breast cancer survivor in Gaza Strip, a journey of hardship and hope

17 November 2020
A festival is held in Gaza to raise awareness about breast cancer and encourage screenings and treatment. Image courtesy of Culture and Free Thought Association.
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Even amid pandemic, governments and advocates rally behind sexual and reproductive health and rights

12 November 2020
Donor governments are already substantially delivering on the commitments they made last year at the Nairobi Summit. © Nairobi Summit on ICPD25
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UNFPA supports Ukraine's innovative programme to prevent and respond to gender-based violence during the COVID-19 crisis

November 11, 2020
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Hondurans lose critical health services after Hurricane Eta tears through Central America

08 November 2020
Nearly 12,000 people are staying in shelters following the deadly storm. © UNFPA Honduras
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Honduras television drama shines light on teen pregnancy, helps girls speak out

04 November 2020
A scene from Es Cosa D-2 shows the struggles of adolescent girls in Honduras. © UNFPA Honduras
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The future we want for women and girls

23 October 2020
A young woman advocates to end female genital mutilation and other harmful practices in Somalia. © UNFPA Somalia
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A former child bride in Afghanistan finds hope and new life during COVID-19

05 October 2020
Protection and social services remain available even during the pandemic, with precautionary measures in place. © UNFPA Afghanistan
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Pandemic and rising tide of violence increase demand for mental health, psychosocial care

08 October 2020
Psychosocial volunteers like Pema must travel over mountainous terrain to meet with clients under even normal circumstances. Now, the pandemic has further complicated matters. © UNFPA Bhutan
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