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Escaping child marriage in Sierra Leone

Zainab Binta Jalloh was married off at age 15. Today, she is outspoken about her experience and the need for change. Image courtesy of Zainab.
  • 27 March 2018
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Women's centre in Iraq helps women "knit" their lives back together

Haneen volunteers at a UNFPA-supported women's centre in Debaga camp. © UNFPA Iraq
  • 26 March 2018
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In the Philippines, information key to halting teenage pregnancy

“We really need more information on sex and reproductive health,” said Kathleen Acosta, 18, a senior and student leader at UP high school in Iloilo. © UNFPA Philippines
  • 23 March 2018
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Health workers can treat, empower survivors of gender-based violence

Survivors of gender-based violence require a full range of services, from medical care to counselling to legal support. © UNFPA Iraq
  • 22 March 2018
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Violence knows no borders: Leaders, activists take on horrors of gender-based violence

Violence against women and girls is pervasive throughout the world. A rape kit in South Sudan. © UNFPA/Tim McKulka
  • 16 March 2018
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In Indonesia, family support groups tackle roots of gender violence

Rivaldo Taime, 13, had the courage to seek help for his family. © UNFPA/Matthew Taylor
  • 05 March 2018
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The rise of a girl hero

Sangita BK is a fierce activist who empowers girls and teaches them to stand up for their human rights. © UNFPA Nepal/Dhana Bahadur Lamsal
  • 08 March 2018
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Courageous girls change attitudes about FGM in Ethiopia

Uncut girls club members come together to change attitudes about FGM in the community. © UNFPA Ethiopia/Meron Negash
  • 01 March 2018
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