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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.
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
A Battle with Fistula; The Story of Fatoumatta
“He abandoned me because he was ashamed of my Fistula condition”
“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”
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
Empowering PWDs: Opportunity to Scale up Inclusion in Leadership and Decision-Making Processes.
Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) are often excluded from public decision-making processes. Their views are seldom solicited in making national... Read more
Comprehensive Sexuality Education; bedrock for Adolescents and Young People
Every young person has the right to have the opportunity to choose between their sexual and reproductive health, which might have a profound impact... Read more
Statement By UNFPA Executive Director, Dr. Natalia Kanem On the 2022 International Day of the Girl Child
Today, as we commemorate the 10th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl, how many ten-year-old girls are able to look forward to realizing... Read more
The Elimination of Female Genital Mutilation: A World of Global Promise by 2030
The practice of female genital mutilation continues to further exacerbate deeply rooted gender inequalities in societies. It does this by reducing... Read more
The Gambia Hosts the Biggest Annual International Forum on the Elimination of Female Genital Mutilation
Banjul, 03 October 2022 – The world’s largest annual gathering of partners on ending female genital mutilation (FGM) kicks off in Banjul today.