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UNFPA and UNICEF call for a renewed commitment to end female genital mutilation in Ethiopia
Ethiopia has made remarkable progress in the last decade in the reduction of FGM prevalence among girls and women aged 15-49 from 74 per cent in 2005... Read more
World will miss target of ending FGM by 2030 without urgent action – including from men and boys
Joint Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem and UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell on the International Day of Zero... Read more
UNFPA supported media intervention on women and girls’ empowerment was concluded
A radio serial drama, Nekakat (Cracked), which was aired by the Population Media Center (PMC) for 18 months on national radio stations was closed-out... Read more
High level event held to mark “Day of 8 billion”
A high level event jointly organized by the Ministry of Planning and Development, UNFPA, and the Consortium of Reproductive Health Associations was... Read more
Fulfilling the protection needs of women and girls affected by conflict and drought in Oromia, Ethiopia
“Everytime I come to the Safe Space and see my basket there, hanging on the wall, I feel proud of myself. It brings some comfort to my life”, says... Read more
High level Panel discussed challenges preventing survivors of GBV from accessing comprehensive services
Lack of data and information on gender-based violence in Ethiopia hinders efforts to provide comprehensive health, psycho-social and legal support... Read more
UNFPA handed-over ambulances purchased with funding from Governments of Canada, Ireland and Japan
UNFPA handed-over ambulances purchased with funding from Governments of Canada, Ireland and Japan
Photo exhibition organized recognizing role of faith based organizations in addressing GBV and HTPs
Religious leaders are at the forefront in the fight to end gender-based violence and harmful practices against women and girls.
Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem on World AIDS Day 2022
Equal access to sexual and reproductive health and rights is crucial for all 8 billion people in our world today. The urgent call to dismantle... Read more
Stop the crisis of violence against women and girls: stand in solidarity and say “enough”
Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women 2022.