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28 February 2023
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“Parents thank us for the choices their daughters make” - the power of youth mentors to advance sexual and reproductive health and rights
When a group of young women took on the challenge of promoting sexual and reproductive health (SRH) among their peers in Montepuez, Cabo Delgado province, they could not have…
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30 January 2023
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Youth empowerment in action: influencing Mozambique’s National Development Strategy
On the opening day of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence the Resident Representative of UNFPA in Mozambique, Bérangère Böell, delivered remarks to youth…
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10 January 2023
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“I can now go back to school,” exclaims Fatima (18) as she uses contraception for the first time
A mother of a 5-month-old boy, Fatima has been living in the displacement camp for about three years, having fled attacks in Cabo Delgado as violence escalates in the north of…
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16 December 2022
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Engaging boys to promote and protect girls’ rights in Nampula
Every Saturday, 20-year-old Helton Bruno meets with boys and young men (ages 17 - 24) in Nampula province in northern Mozambique. Bringing these youth together, Helton prompts…
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28 November 2022
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Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women 2022
With the global population recently reaching 8 billion, we can celebrate many signs of human progress. Better health and longer lives brought us to this point. Yet a sobering…
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22 November 2022
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UNFPA Reaffirms its Commitment to End Fistula at the 8th International Conference of Surgeons for Obstetric Fistula in Maputo, Mozambique
“My dream in life is to be a nurse or a doctor to help other women who are suffering from this disease: obstetric fistula,” shares obstetric fistula survivor turned advocate, from…
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15 November 2022
Statement
As the world’s population hits 8 billion people, UN calls for solidarity in advancing sustainable development for all
New York, 15 November 2022 – The global population is projected to reach 8 billion on 15 November 2022, signalling major improvements in public health that have lowered the risk…
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02 November 2022
Press Release
Maputo hosts International Conference of Obstetric Fistula Surgeons
Maputo, October 27: Maputo will host the 8th Conference of the International Society of Obstetric Fistula Surgeons (ISOFS) from October 31 to November 4. The conference takes…
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01 November 2022
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Women-friendly space offers vital skills, information and support for conflict-affected women and girls
METUGE, CABO DELGADO: Lersina, an activist with implementing partner, FDC, tirelessly dedicates her time and efforts to raising awareness on gender-based violence. “I am happy to…
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