UNFPA United Nations Population Fund [to 8 March 2014]

UNFPA  United Nations Population Fund [to 8 March 2014]
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06 March 2014 – Statement
International Women’s Day: Progress for Women and Girls is Progress for All
As we commemorate International Women’s Day and celebrate the many achievements of women and girls, we should also remember that for far too many, the ability to live a healthy, productive life free from violence, to fully enjoy their rights, remains an aspiration. So today is also a time to recommit ourselves to delivering once and for all on the promise of gender equality, women’s empowerment and sexual and reproductive health and rights for all women and girls everywhere. more

04 March 2014 – Dispatch
“Sexual and Reproductive Health is a Fundamental Human Right”: UNFPA Executive Director Addresses Human Rights Council
UNITED NATIONS, Geneva – Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin addressed the 25th Regular Session of the Human Rights Council where he emphasized that sexual and reproductive health is a fundamental human right and that empowering women and girls is one of the most reliable pathways to improved well-being for all. more