- 01 Dec 2015
- Statement
Ending AIDS as a Public Health Threat by 2030
Statement of the UNFPA Executive Director, Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin, for World AIDS Day This year, World AIDS Day coincides with the African conference on controlling HIV and other sexually…
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Read story- 25 Nov 2015
- Statement
World Must End Violence against Women
One in three women worldwide has experienced physical or sexual violence, most often by an intimate partner. In most countries, fewer than four in 10 survivors of such violence seek help.
World Must End Violence against Women
One in three women worldwide has experienced physical or sexual violence, most often by an intimate partner. In most countries,…
Read story- 30 Oct 2015
- Statement
UNFPA Hopes Policy Changes Will Lead to Fulfillment of Chinese Couples' Rights on Family Size
UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, notes the important announcement by the Government of China that couples across the country may have two children, thereby moving away from the so-called “…
UNFPA Hopes Policy Changes Will Lead to Fulfillment of Chinese Couples'…
UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, notes the important announcement by the Government of China that couples across the…
Read story- 17 Oct 2015
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A New Era in the Fight against Poverty
To lift people out of poverty, countries will need stronger and better social protection systems. But to sustainably eradicate poverty, they will need to create many more jobs.
A New Era in the Fight against Poverty
To lift people out of poverty, countries will need stronger and better social protection systems. But to sustainably eradicate…
Read story- 11 Oct 2015
- Statement
The Power of the Adolescent Girl: Vision for 2030
Today, as we celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child, the world has an unprecedented opportunity to focus on the power of girls to drive progress and transform our world.
The Power of the Adolescent Girl: Vision for 2030
Today, as we celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child, the world has an unprecedented opportunity to focus on the power…
Read story- 01 Oct 2015
- Statement
Sustainable Cities for All Ages
Population ageing and urbanization are major global issues of the 21st century. While cities are growing, their share of residents aged 60 years and over is also rising. Rapid urbanization is…
Sustainable Cities for All Ages
Population ageing and urbanization are major global issues of the 21st century. While cities are growing, their share of…
Read story- 29 Sep 2015
- Statement
Ending Violence and Discrimination Against Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex People
United Nations entities call on States to act urgently to end violence and discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) adults, adolescents and children.
Ending Violence and Discrimination Against Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender…
United Nations entities call on States to act urgently to end violence and discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual,…
Read story- 25 Sep 2015
- Statement
Adoption of Sustainable Development Agenda Can Transform and Save Billions of Lives, Says UNFPA
UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, commends world leaders on the adoption of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development – a significant achievement in the history of development. The…
Adoption of Sustainable Development Agenda Can Transform and Save Billions of…
UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, commends world leaders on the adoption of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development…
Read story- 31 Aug 2015
- Speech
Statement by Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin Executive Director UNFPA
Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin to the Second Regular Session of the Executive Board.
Statement by Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin Executive Director UNFPA
Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin to the Second Regular Session of the Executive Board.
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