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Empowering Women in Governance: A significant step forward for the Women's Political Participation Project

calendar_today 02 April 2024

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Empowering Women in Governance: A significant step forward for the Women's Political Participation Project

The Women's Political Participation Project in The Gambia has received a substantial boost, empowering women to play a more significant role in governance.

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UNICEF and UNFPA alarmed by proposed repeal of law banning FGM in The Gambia

calendar_today 22 March 2024

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UNICEF and UNFPA alarmed by proposed repeal of law banning FGM in The Gambia

Joint statement by UNICEF Representative in The Gambia, Nafisa Binte Shafique, and UNFPA Representative in The Gambia, Ndeye Rose Sarr

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Empowering Local Councilors for Effective Governance: Stories of Jainaba Jobe and Hon. Abubacarr Danjo

calendar_today 28 February 2024

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Empowering Local Councilors for Effective Governance: Stories of Jainaba Jobe and Hon. Abubacarr Danjo

UNFPA aids local councilors' training on operations and resource mobilization via the UN Trust Fund for Human Security.

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UNFPA and partners convene a groundbreaking National FGM Conference in observance of International Day of Zero tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation

calendar_today 28 February 2024

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UNFPA and partners convene a groundbreaking National FGM Conference in observance of International Day of Zero tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation

FGM affects more than 200 million women and girls worldwide, with 4.4 million girls at risk this year.

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The food processing powerhouse in Kerr Jarrga: Awa Gaye's Empowerment Journey

calendar_today 28 February 2024

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The food processing powerhouse in Kerr Jarrga: Awa Gaye's Empowerment Journey

Gaye's trajectory took a transformative turn through her involvement at the Resource Center for Food Processing in Kerr Jarrga.

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Joint Statement by UNFPA The Gambia Representative Ms. Ndeye Rose Sarr and UNICEF The Gambia Representative Ms. Nafisa Binte Shafique on International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation

calendar_today 05 February 2024

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Joint Statement by UNFPA The Gambia Representative Ms. Ndeye Rose Sarr and UNICEF The Gambia Representative Ms. Nafisa Binte Shafique on International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation

Now more than ever, we need more concerted efforts to end Female Genital Mutilation in The Gambia

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UNFPA and Partners Inaugurate Women Resource Centre for Food Processing to Drive Economic Empowerment

calendar_today 26 December 2023

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UNFPA and Partners Inaugurate Women Resource Centre for Food Processing to Drive Economic Empowerment

UNFPA The Gambia, in collaboration with the Maa Foundation and partners, inaugurate the Women Resource Center for Food Processing in Kerr Jarrga, North Bank region.

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“Men should take the lead to advocate for the rights of women.’’

calendar_today 21 December 2023

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“Men should take the lead to advocate for the rights of women.’’

All Men Conference: Engaging men and boys in the conversation for women empowerment

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Empowering Change: How Social Media Influencers can shape the future of GBV/FGM Advocacy

calendar_today 19 December 2023

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Empowering Change: How Social Media Influencers can shape the future of GBV/FGM Advocacy

Harnessing the platforms of social media influencers to shape the future of GBV/FGM Advocacy

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