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Women and girls’ pathway to a life free from violence in Lao People's Democratic Republic
La* spends her days providing support to survivors of violence and human trafficking. Then at night, she goes home to an abusive husband.
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Young voices demand to be heard: Celebrating young activists on Human Rights Day
Memory Banda, 23, knows how to change the world: by refusing to stay silent.
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In Mauritania, imams take to radio waves to say child marriage is against Islam
The imams want to become agents of change by raising awareness of the dangers of this and other harmful practices against women and girls.
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“We have sexual desires, too”: Young women with disabilities demand access to information and services
Young women with disabilities want to change the perception that they don't need information on sexual and reproductive health.
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“If you love me, know my status”: Safeguard Young People helps young people cast off HIV stigma
The stigma attached to HIV can derail the health and safety of young people living with the virus
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Sex workers face high HIV risks – and high barriers to care
As a transgender sex worker, Lila Milic has endured more than her share of mistreatment. Yet she does not feel safe seeking care and protection in the one place that should be a safe haven for all – the health facility.
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“Life became a cage”: Syrian girls shed light on conflict, vulnerability and cycle of abuse
“Growing up, I felt as though my wings were slowly clipped against my will, and life became a cage from which there was no escape,” said Amal*.
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Stand against rape and gender-based violence, UNFPA and partners urge
“I want to be there for women when their rights are being trampled," said Chrestine Espinorio, a police officer in Marawi.
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In the Sahel, where motherhood is deadliest, midwives are saving lives
The first woman to give birth at Fatoumata Diallo's clinic named her daughter after the midwife.
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