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22 March 2023
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GIMS center; A model for safe, confidential, and convenient reporting of GBV cases

GIMS center; A model for safe, confidential, and convenient reporting of GBV cases

Gender-Based Violence (GBV) is a socially challenging problem with infrastructure and systems issues. From service unavailability to limited GBV-... Read more

21 March 2023
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     National dialogue to foster gender equality in STEM

National dialogue to foster gender equality in STEM

In The Gambia, more than 50% of the country's population is women, yet gender disparities are evident in many aspects of the lives of women.

14 March 2023
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  “Digital platforms have made it very easy for me to transact and sell my goods online.”   -Yabobo Camara (Entrepreneur)

Addressing gender inequality through digital technology and innovation

“Digital platforms have made it very easy for me to transact and sell my goods online.” -Yabobo Camara

6 February 2023
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Zero Tolerance Day; Men and Boys must stand up against FGM!

Zero Tolerance Day; Men and Boys must stand up against FGM!

It is estimated that 3 in every 4 women and girls in The Gambia today have undergone some form of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).

6 February 2023
Statement
It's past time for silence: men and boys, too, must stand up against FGM

It's past time for silence: men and boys, too, must stand up against FGM

Joint Statement by UNFPA The Gambia Country Representative Ndeye Rose Sarr and UNICEF The Gambia Country Representative Gordon Jonathan Lewis on the... Read more

2 February 2023
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Women’s representation in politics: the pathway to achieving a sustainable future

Women’s representation in politics: the pathway to achieving a sustainable future

Women can effectively be drivers of change when given the right opportunities and empowerment.

30 January 2023
Press Release
UNFPA, UNDP and UNICEF launch a two million dollar joint project to strengthen women’s political participation and leadership in

UNFPA, UNDP and UNICEF launch a two million dollar joint project to strengthen women’s political participation and leadership in The Gambia

UNFPA, UNDP and UNICEF launch a two million dollar joint project to strengthen women’s political participation and leadership in The Gambia

21 December 2022
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   A Battle with Fistula; The Story of Fatoumatta

A Battle with Fistula; The Story of Fatoumatta

“He abandoned me because he was ashamed of my Fistula condition”

13 December 2022
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 “I was a punching bag for years”-One-Stop Centre Brings Hope to GBV Survivour

“I was a punching bag for years”-One-Stop Centre Brings Hope to GBV Survivour

“I was a punching bag for years and all I could think of was my unborn twins”

26 November 2022
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UNFPA Activism Award 2022

Bright Stars Emerge Winner of the UNFPA Activism Award 2022

“Using our Art in speaking up against Gender-Based Violence is a passion we have had for years.We recognize the huge role men and boys play in the... Read more

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