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06 September 2024
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A Life-Cycle of Change: The People Behind Taalim-i-Naubalighan
“Gender of a person is something that we create, whereas sex is something that Allah-tallah (God) creates. Who says that only girls should cook, or only boys can play football…
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22 August 2024
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From Family to Frontline: Empowering Survivors of Gender-based Violence
In "A Day in the Life of Vidya Joshi," we follow the inspiring journey of a dedicated mother and Centre Administrator at the One Stop Centre in Sikar, Rajasthan. Balancing her…
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12 August 2024
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A Click to Progress: Youth Driving Digital Change and Safety in India
In the contours of this ever changing-digital landscape, discover the stories of Shivani, Priyajit, Munna, and Kavita. They are emerging as leaders with their inspiring journeys…
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24 July 2024
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Raatri Chaupals: evenings illuminate the way to a healthier future in Bihar
Shivani, a 24-year-old aspiring doctor, found a path to her purpose as a Yuva Mitra, a youth community that mobilizes locals for Raatri Chaupal (evening community meetings).
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09 July 2024
Press Release
UNFPA Celebrates 50 Years in India: Youth at the Forefront of Change
UNFPA is striving to enhance the access to reproductive health services and information, promote gender equality especially addressing child marriage and harmful practices, and…
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20 May 2024
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Women power as a force for good
The 57th United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Population Development (CPD57) witnessed the transformative potential of women in local governance. Three inspiring…
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01 May 2024
Statement
National Statement by Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj at the 57th Commission on Population and Development
At the 57th Commission on Population and Development, Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj, Permanent Representative of India to the United Nations in New York, emphasised how India's…
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08 March 2024
News
Opinion: The Key To Fast-Track India's Progress Is More Women In Local Bodies
India's Panchayati Raj institutions are playing a critical role in pushing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to the last mile. Elected representatives, especially women leaders…
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08 March 2024
Statement
Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem on International Women’s Day 2024
A peaceful and prosperous future depends on the empowerment of women and girls. Thirty years ago, at the International Conference on Population and Development in Cairo, 179…
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