Global
01 October 2024
The International Day of Older Persons highlights the vital role older individuals play in society and the importance of ensuring their dignity. This year’s theme, “Ageing with…
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04 September 2024
“When women and girls can make the most fundamental choices about their bodies, they not only gain in terms of autonomy, but also through advances in health and education, income…
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08 March 2021
In 1975, the United Nations began observing International Women’s Day – an occasion to celebrate women’s achievement – and in 1977, officially…
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18 December 2020
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, evidence shows a rapid increase in home delivery, an increase in the number of maternal deaths reporting, and low utilization of services at the…
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11 October 2020
In 2011, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution adopting 11 October as the International Day of the Girl Child, recognizing girls’ rights and the unique…
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18 September 2020
With many people spending more time at home amid the ongoing movement restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there is the possibility of increased pregnancies, which may…
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19 August 2020
World Humanitarian Day is a time to recognize those who face danger and adversity in order to help others. It is also an opportunity to celebrate the spirit that inspires…
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12 August 2020
August 12 was designated as International Youth Day by the UN General Assembly in 1999. It is an annual celebration of the role of young women and men as essential partners in…
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11 July 2020
The COVID-19 crisis has taken a staggering toll on people, communities and economy in Nepal. Supply chains are being disrupted, impacting the availability of contraceptives…
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