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Global Symposium on Low Fertility and Population Ageing kicks off with calls for strengthening demographic resilience
As more and more countries struggle with the consequences of low fertility rates and population ageing, governments must strengthen resilience... Read more
In a world of 8 billion: 8 ways countries can manage demographic change
Later this month, the world’s population is projected to reach 8 billion -- another milestone in the rapid growth of the number of people on this... Read more
Living and working with disabilities: Voices from the region
“I was four or five when I realized there were some things I couldn’t do: I could run but not jump up and play French skipping,” said Anna Maisuradze... Read more
Under increasing conflict and climate crises, young people’s mental health bears a heavy burden
“I remember walking in the cold for a very long time, scared of the explosions and tanks passing near our house,” said 12-year-old Malina, who was... Read more
It’s time to tear down the barriers preventing women and men from having the careers, and number of children, they want
Women across Europe and Central Asia are still widely expected to shoulder much of the unpaid work at home: cleaning, managing the household, caring... Read more
Well-designed family policies are key for tackling Europe’s demographic woes, speakers say at UNFPA conference
ISTANBUL, 22 September 2022 – Well-designed family policies that benefit women and men are a key element of any successful response to the... Read more
Denmark contributes $3.6 million to protect women and girls' health and rights in Ukraine and Moldova
UNITED NATIONS, New York - The Government of Denmark has contributed 25 million Danish Krone (US$3.6 million) to UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and... Read more
After six months of war, physical and mental scars ravage generations across Ukraine
“He winces at sharp sounds, maybe as a consequence of the first days after his birth. Why should he have to go through this?” At just 26 years old,... Read more
Bridging digital and generational divides in Moldova
Last year, retired teacher Elena Gobjila returned to the classroom. But this time, she was the student. Under the patient tutelage of Catalina... Read more
Mobile health clinics save lives in North Macedonia
“Ever since a routine check-up at the mobile gynaecological clinic, I’ve been living a second life”, said Svetlana Milić, a 65 year-old housewife... Read more