“How we act now will define our shared future.” — Dr. Natalia Kanem /she/her/ella/

170+ parliamentarians from over 110 countries met in Oslo this week for #IPCI2024 .

Together, they adopted the Oslo Statement of Commitment to advance sexual and reproductive health and rights ( #SRHR ) for all.

#ICPD30

On #WorldHealthDay UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem /she/her/ella/ calls to end discrimination in all its forms, and to ensure the right to health for all, free from discrimination, coercion and violence. Read full statement here: uganda.unfpa.org/en/news/end-di…

Ultrasound isn't just for baby pictures!

It's a lifesaver, detecting issues early to prevent serious complications. Supported by partners, UNFPA provides ultrasounds nationwide to ensure pregnant woman has access to this crucial tool.

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“She was held up because of insecurity. She died.”

Kadiatou, a midwife in #Mali , sees the impact of ongoing conflict on pregnant women.

See how UNFPA—the @UN sexual and reproductive health agency—is supporting women in search of safety and safe births: unf.pa/pjw

Forced into a family arranged marriage at 18, Zeyneb's dreams were shattered, when she dropped out of school. Now a young mother of 2, her story highlights resilience in the face of adversity. Read more👇 unf.pa/3xhZXJj

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Persons with #disabilities experience more violence than other people.

It's worse for girls and young women with disabilities.

📽 See Carolina's story and learn how UNFPA—the @UN sexual and reproductive health agency—is supporting women with disabilities in #ElSalvador .

At UNFPA—the @UN sexual and reproductive health agency—we believe in #HealthForAll .

#StandUp4HumanRights and drop a 🧡 if you stand with us for a healthier future!

#GlobalGoals

Going the extra mile to deliver for women & girls:
A midwife and a psychosocial counsellor from a UNFPA-supported mobile health team ride donkeys to reach flood-affected areas in Badghis province to provide maternal health & psychosocial services and deliver emergency kits
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#GoodFriday

Easter symbolizes new beginnings 🌱.

This weekend, let's envision a future where no girl faces the trauma of #FGM . It's time to break harmful traditions and empower 💪 girls.

#EndFGM #easter2024 #EasterWeekend

Every woman has the right to give birth safely.

Yet, every year 70,000 women worldwide die from postpartum hemorrhage, the majority in Africa.

UNFPA and Unitaid are teaming up to improve maternal health outcomes and save lives: unf.pa/unitaid

We couldn’t agree more, @DieneKeita!

Next week’s Global Youth Dialogue in #Benin will celebrate young people as changemakers, partners in development and custodians of the ICPD Programme of Action.

Find out more: unf.pa/gyd

#GlobalGoals #ICPD30

Congrats to UNFPA & artist Donovan Nelson on their powerful new 'Ibo Landing' exhibit at the UN, honoring Africans who fought slavery. Their resistance was part of a wider quest for liberty - one that won't end until we defeat racism. Today and every day, we remember them.

This week's pick:
🔹United Nations António Guterres Brussels visit
🔹 #EHF2024
🔹New International Labour Organization report
🔹 #SommetMons24 European Committee of the Regions
🔹Nuclear Energy Summit #NES2024

🚨 As the proposed repeal of the law banning female genital mutilation (FGM) in The Gambia intensifies, we are deeply concerned by the potential reversal of the rights of women.

#StandUp4HumanRights and see the UNFPA and UNICEF statement: unf.pa/3Tw2MOo

#EndFGM

The '(In)visible Stories' exhibition in Brussels brings to light the profound narratives of nine Ukrainians who've endured the unimaginable due to war.

Each story, represented through cherished objects like apartment keys from Berdiansk or a book from Mariupol, symbolizes…

As a global society, we are only as far ahead as those we push furthest behind – and our collective future depends on addressing the root causes of racism, as well as sexism and all other forms of bias.

#InternationalDayfortheEliminationofRacialDiscrimination

Pleased to meet with the European Parliamentary Forum for #SRHR .

Highlighted the importance of their continued advocacy as we commemorate #ICPD30 .

Together, we can accelerate action to advance sexual and reproductive health and rights for all.

Rethinking technology development with safety as a core principle for creating an inclusive society where women`s voices are heard and rights protected.

2024 Edelman Trust Barometer-Innovation in Peril

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Together with EU countries, we've announced the planned humanitarian funding of more than €7.7 billion for 2024.

This is a solid initial pledge for this year, reflecting both global solidarity and our leading position in humanitarian action.

More info ↓

Thank you Janez Lenarčič, EU Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid 🇪🇺 for your trust and partnership. Support of #EU to UNFPA humanitarian actions is invaluable. In 2023,UNFPA reached 10.6 million women & girls with #SRH health services and 4.2 million women with #GBV programmes.