- 18 Jan 2013
- Statement
UNFPA Executive Director Welcomes Secretary-General’s New Envoy on Youth
<p>UNITED NATIONS, New York –The Executive Director of UNFPA, Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin, welcomes the appointment of Ahmad Alhindawi of Jordan as the Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth.</p>
UNFPA Executive Director Welcomes Secretary-General’s New Envoy on Youth
<p>UNITED NATIONS, New York –The Executive Director of UNFPA, Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin, welcomes the appointment of Ahmad…
Read story- 31 Dec 2012
Through a Death a Nation Awakens
<p>We do not know her real name. But she was known to some as <i>Nirbhaya</i>, the 'fearless one' who valiantly fought her rapists, or <i>Damini,</i> the…
Through a Death a Nation Awakens
<p>We do not know her real name. But she was known to some as <i>Nirbhaya</i>, the 'fearless one' who…
Read story- 07 Dec 2012
- Press Release
Youth Call For Full Participation in Shaping Future Development Agenda
BALI, Indonesia — The ICPD Global Youth Forum concluded in Bali, Indonesia Thursday producing a set of recommendations which outline the vision of young people around the world for their future.
Youth Call For Full Participation in Shaping Future Development Agenda
BALI, Indonesia — The ICPD Global Youth Forum concluded in Bali, Indonesia Thursday producing a set of recommendations which…
Read story- 06 Dec 2012
- Statement
Reproductive Rights are Key to Meaningful Participation
<p>On this Human Rights Day, we celebrate the right to participate in public life in an inclusive way, emphasizing that participation will only lead to people’s empowerment as long as it is…
Reproductive Rights are Key to Meaningful Participation
<p>On this Human Rights Day, we celebrate the right to participate in public life in an inclusive way, emphasizing that…
Read story- 04 Dec 2012
- Press Release
Nokia Joins UNFPA to Support Safe Births in Emergencies
UNITED NATIONS, New York — UNFPA and Nokia announced today that the mobile communications company will donate the equivalent of 3,000 clean delivery kits to the Fund.
Nokia Joins UNFPA to Support Safe Births in Emergencies
UNITED NATIONS, New York — UNFPA and Nokia announced today that the mobile communications company will donate the equivalent of 3…
Read story- 30 Nov 2012
- Statement
Getting to Zero - World AIDS Day 2012
<p>There is much to celebrate this World AIDS Day with AIDS-related deaths declining globally and a 60 per cent increase over the last two years in the number of people accessing treatment.…
Getting to Zero - World AIDS Day 2012
<p>There is much to celebrate this World AIDS Day with AIDS-related deaths declining globally and a 60 per cent increase…
Read story- 29 Nov 2012
- Press Release
Global Youth Forum: Connecting Youth with a New Vision for Development
BALI -- Over 2,000 youth delegates from around the world will connect in person and by web to consider UN priorities for the next 20 years.
Global Youth Forum: Connecting Youth with a New Vision for Development
BALI -- Over 2,000 youth delegates from around the world will connect in person and by web to consider UN priorities for the next…
Read story- 21 Nov 2012
- Statement
Ending Gender-Based Violence in Times of Crisis
<p>This year, UNFPA marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women with a focus on the impact of ongoing conflicts and natural disasters on violence against women.…
Ending Gender-Based Violence in Times of Crisis
<p>This year, UNFPA marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women with a focus on the impact of…
Read story- 16 Nov 2012
- Statement
Executive Director Congratulates Newly Appointed Head of the Global Fund
<p>NEW YORK –The Executive Director of UNFPA Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin, today welcomed the appointment of Ambassador Mark R. Dybul as the new Executive Director of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS…
Executive Director Congratulates Newly Appointed Head of the Global Fund
<p>NEW YORK –The Executive Director of UNFPA Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin, today welcomed the appointment of Ambassador Mark R…
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