Gambia: Survivors As Advocates for Change Amid the Proposed Repeal of the FGM Law in the Gambia

Survivors of Female Genital Mutilation possess a unique and powerful voice that can drive meaningful change. Their experiences offer important insights into the challenges faced… Read more »

Central Africa: UNFPA Equatorial Guinea Contributed to the Historic First Forum On Gender Equality Held in Equatorial Guinea

The inaugural National Forum on Gender Equality, "Agenda Igualdad," concluded successfully on May 11th, 2024, marking a significant milestone in the commitment to gender equality… Read more »

Central Africa: Unseen and Unheard - a Call to End the Agony of Women Living With Obstetric Fistula in Poor Countries

Adelia's story is one of quiet suffering and resilience. "My clothes were constantly wet from urine or faeces and gave off a bad smell. The father of my children could no longer… Read more »

Africa: Putting Survivors at the Forefront of the Global Movement to End Female Genital Mutilation

Joint Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem, UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell, OHCHR High Commissioner Volker Türk, UN Women Executive Director… Read more »

Africa: Strengthening the Legal Environment for the Protection of Women's Rights in Sub-Saharan Africa

Dakar, Senegal, 16 February, 2023: The Sahel Women's Empowerment and Demographic Dividend (SWEDD) project funded by the, World Bank funded in collaboration with the United Nations… Read more »