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05 January 2016
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Of young people, by young people and for young people
“Youth participation has not yet been the mainstay of our national and local plans. Thus advocates like me have to stand shoulder to shoulder with other young people.”
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05 January 2016
Mobilizing young people to advance sexual and reproductive health and rights of quake-affected young people
Visiting the places that still bear the scars of last year's devastating earthquake and educating affected young girls and boys about issues related to sexual and…
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22 December 2015
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Giving youth a platform to contribute to development agenda
UNFPA has been partnering with District Development Committees in 18 districts of Nepal, including Baitadi, to promote youth participation in the decisions that affect them,…
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09 December 2015
Our rights. Our freedoms. Always
The 2030 Development Agenda has articulated clear linkages between sustainable development goals and human rights.
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08 December 2015
Joint Statement of the External Development Partners in Health Regarding Critical and Growing Shortages of Essential Medical Supplies in Nepal
We the undersigned express our deepest concern at critical and growing shortages of essential and lifesaving medicines and supplies at health care facilities across Nepal, as well…
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03 December 2015
SHELTER FROM THE STORM: State of World Population Report 2015
Every year, UNFPA issues its State of World Population report, focusing on a particular aspect of the cross-cutting work we do globally to ensure every pregnancy is safe, every…
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30 November 2015
From a disheartened pregnant adolescent to a determined mother`
"After the earthquake, the fear of losing my life and baby constantly haunted me as I had already realized that I am just 16 and my body is not fully mature"
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25 November 2015
World must end violence against women
Statement of UNFPA Executive Director, Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin, for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
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24 November 2015
Strengthening health response to gender-based violence in Nepal
UNFPA is working to ensure that health care providers are fully and comprehensively equipped with the skills and competencies necessary to give health services and referral for…
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