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19 April 2023
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The State of World Population report is UNFPA’s annual flagship publication.

UNFPA report identifies rising population anxiety, urges radical rethink of how countries address changing demographics

New data reveals population anxieties are widespread and governments are increasingly adopting policies aimed at raising, lowering or maintaining... Read more

7 April 2023
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UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem

UNFPA statement on World Health Day 2023

Every two minutes, a woman dies giving birth. As the clock counts down another year, 287,000 more women will meet the same tragic fate.  Most of... Read more

31 March 2023
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UNFPA Philippines Country Office staff show support for the Bodyright campaign

UNFPA launches Bodyright campaign in PH to counter online abuse vs women

In time for Women’s Month, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) launched a campaign in the Philippines to address digital violence and online... Read more

30 March 2023
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As part of the celebration of National Women's Month, United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Philippines hosted "Breakfast for H

UNFPA holds “Breakfast for Her” partners event for Women’s Month

As part of the celebration of National Women's Month, United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Philippines hosted "Breakfast for Her: A... Read more

8 March 2023
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UNFPA and partners are innovating to meet the needs of women, girls and the most vulnerable. © UNFPA Bangladesh

Harnessing digital innovations and technology to advance women’s and girls’ sexual and reproductive health and rights mote gender equal

This year’s International Women’s Day sheds light on how digital innovation and technology can promote gender equality and improve the lives of women... Read more

20 February 2023
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Members of the Joint Programme Steering Committee at the launch of the program.

PH gov’t, KOICA, and UN Agencies Launch joint programme to address national emergency of adolescent pregnancies

Funded by the Republic of Korea, through the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), the joint programme “Accelerating the Reduction of... Read more

16 December 2022
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Uztadza Alyah Kunakon, shares key findings and recommendations of the research on protection and safety issues of women and girl

UN Philippines peacebuilding programme scores gains in achieving peace in the Bangsamoro

STEP-BARMM marked its completion with results that have significantly contributed to Normalization under the peace agreement as well as inclusive... Read more

25 November 2022
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UNFPA Holds Momentous Solidarity March to Kick Off  18 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence Campaign.

United Nations Population Fund Holds Momentous Solidarity March to Kick Off 18 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence Campaign.

Manila, Philippines – 25 November 2022 – To commemorate this year's International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and kick... Read more

21 November 2022
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Republic of Korea, 3 UN agencies ink Php490M joint programme to address adolescent pregnancy

Republic of Korea, 3 UN agencies ink Php490M joint programme to reduce adolescent pregnancy in two poorest provinces in Eastern Visayas

The Republic of Korea, through the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), signed today a four-year partnership agreement worth about Php490... Read more

21 November 2022
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Republic of Korea, 3 UN agencies ink Php490M joint programme to address adolescent pregnancy

Republic of Korea, 3 UN agencies ink Php490M joint programme to reduce adolescent pregnancy in two poorest provinces in Eastern Visayas

The Republic of Korea, through the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), signed today a four-year partnership agreement worth about Php490... Read more

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