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05 May 2023
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Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem on the International Day of the Midwife 2023
Every year on this day, we celebrate midwives for their unwavering commitment to saving lives and ensuring the health and wellbeing of women and newborn babies.
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27 April 2023
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Enhancing the rights of persons with disabilities through ethical reporting
Enhancing the rights of persons with disabilities is crucial in addressing stigma and discrimination in The Gambia. UNFPA, in partnership with Gambian Federation of the Disabled,…
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17 April 2023
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Promoting women’s participation in politics: Sirah’s Journey
“Women are usually not encouraged to participate in politics simply because they are seen as weak”.
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22 March 2023
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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-specific services in regions that…
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21 March 2023
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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.
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14 March 2023
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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
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06 February 2023
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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).
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06 February 2023
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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 International Day of Zero…
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02 February 2023
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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.
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