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Women with disabilities in Turkmenistan claim their rights
Years ago, at a gynaecologist’s office in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, Alia (name changed) and her husband were advised that it was “undesirable” for them... Read more
Health mediators playing key role in improving equal access to health care for Albania’s most vulnerable communities
People from the most vulnerable groups, including those from the Roma and Egyptian communities, face difficulties accessing health care in Albania,... Read more
From fear to empowerment: One woman's journey with HIV in Georgia
People living with HIV in Georgia often face difficulties accessing health care and other services because of widespread misconceptions and stigma.... Read more
Much progress on sexual and reproductive well-being in Europe, but millions still denied rights and choices, global UNFPA report finds
ISTANBUL, 17 April 2024 – Thirty years after the international community agreed on an ambitious programme to put people’s sexual and reproductive... Read more
Supporting women with disabilities in North Macedonia realize their right to give birth
"I always dreamed of having my own family,” said Sashka Smilkova. “But the family didn’t think I could get pregnant because of my disability.... Read more
When crises cut off health care, community members fill the gaps
Duha, a 28-year-old single mother, was already a refugee from the war in the Syrian Arab Republic, living in Türkiye’s Hatay Province, when two... Read more
Why respecting women's rights and choices is key to tackling demographic change
A new report published by UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, warns that persistent inequalities in society hold back development – and, as... Read more
With EU support, UN Women and UNFPA launch the second phase of the programme promoting gender equality and shifting discriminatory gender stereotypes in Eastern Partnership countries
The UN Women Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia and the UNFPA Regional Office for Eastern Europe and Central Asia, together with the... Read more
Ukrainian refugees find life-saving care – and a support network – at Moldovan hospital
To Alina, the Gheorghe Paladi hospital in the Moldovan capital, Chișinău, has meant many things: Shelter. Survival. And now, solidarity and support.... Read more
International Women’s Day 2024 Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem
Invest in women and girls: Inspire inclusion, promote prosperity A peaceful and prosperous future depends on the empowerment of women and girls.... Read more