- 17 Oct 2015
- Statement
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
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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.
Read story- 19 Aug 2015
- Statement
Message for World Humanitarian Day
Nearly 60 million people are forcibly displaced by conflict, war and persecution, the largest number since the United Nations was created 70 years ago in the ashes of the Second World War. And due to…
Message for World Humanitarian Day
Nearly 60 million people are forcibly displaced by conflict, war and persecution, the largest number since the United Nations was…
Read story- 12 Aug 2015
- Statement
Investing in the Power of Young People, Transforming our World
Young people are driving change towards a better future for all in every corner of the world. They are leading global action on climate change, campaigning to end discrimination, speaking out to…
Investing in the Power of Young People, Transforming our World
Young people are driving change towards a better future for all in every corner of the world. They are leading global action on…
Read story- 11 Jul 2015
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Message for World Population Day
Women and adolescent girls also face much greater risk of abuse, sexual exploitation, violence and forced marriage during conflicts and natural disasters. One of the priorities of UNFPA, the United…
Message for World Population Day
Women and adolescent girls also face much greater risk of abuse, sexual exploitation, violence and forced marriage during…
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