- 07 Apr 2025
- Speech
Remarks by Dr. Natalia Kanem, UNFPA Executive Director at the CPD58 High-Level Side Event: Improving Health and Well-being for Women and Newborns
We meet at a time when our shared mission of peace, human rights and development is more vital than ever; and where we count on people of goodwill like you for solidarity in forging a brighter future.
Remarks by Dr. Natalia Kanem, UNFPA Executive Director at the CPD58 High-Level…
We meet at a time when our shared mission of peace, human rights and development is more vital than ever; and where we count on…
Read story- 04 Apr 2025
- Statement
UNFPA calls for peace and humanitarian support in South Sudan
UNFPA expresses deep concern over the rising political tensions in South Sudan and calls upon all political leaders to prioritize peace, stability, and the well-being of the people in need.
UNFPA calls for peace and humanitarian support in South Sudan
UNFPA expresses deep concern over the rising political tensions in South Sudan and calls upon all political leaders to prioritize…
Read story- 04 Apr 2025
- Press Release
At least 173,855 pregnant women at risk following Myanmar Earthquake
New York, April 4, 2025 – The 7.7-magnitude earthquake that hit Myanmar on March 28th has killed thousands of people and upended the lives of millions more, including at least 173,855 pregnant women…
At least 173,855 pregnant women at risk following Myanmar Earthquake
New York, April 4, 2025 – The 7.7-magnitude earthquake that hit Myanmar on March 28th has killed thousands of people and upended…
Read story- 25 Mar 2025
- Press Release
Women in Gaza cut off from accessing maternal health supplies as aid blockade enters fourth week
Gaza – March 25, 2025 – The ongoing aid blockade on Gaza is severely undermining access to essential health care for women and girls, as supplies run dry and hospitals once again come under attack.…
Women in Gaza cut off from accessing maternal health supplies as aid blockade…
Gaza – March 25, 2025 – The ongoing aid blockade on Gaza is severely undermining access to essential health care for women and…
Read story- 19 Mar 2025
- Statement
Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem on the resumption of attacks on Gaza
UNFPA is shocked by the resumption of airstrikes across the Gaza Strip. Already a meaningful number of civilians have been killed. UN staff have also been caught up in the violence, with a staff…
Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem on the resumption of…
UNFPA is shocked by the resumption of airstrikes across the Gaza Strip. Already a meaningful number of civilians have been killed…
Read story- 13 Mar 2025
- Speech
The Future of Family Planning Convening Keynote Address by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem
Excellencies, Esteemed partners, Dear friends, Dear young people, I greet you in Peace, the noble purpose of the United Nations and the fervent wish of the women and girls…
The Future of Family Planning Convening Keynote Address by UNFPA Executive…
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Read story- 13 Mar 2025
- Speech
Opening Remarks by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem at the CSW69 Side Event on the Transformative Role of Technology in Advancing Gender Equality and Women’s Development
As we collectively push to accelerate progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), it is an honour to join this timely conversation. Here’s the question: How can technology advance gender…
Opening Remarks by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem at the CSW69 Side…
As we collectively push to accelerate progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), it is an honour to join this timely…
Read story- 05 Mar 2025
- Statement
A march forward to gender equality, for everyone
Investments in the health and rights of women and girls have changed the world, bringing us closer to equal voices and expanded choices than ever before. Women have taken giant strides forward – and…
A march forward to gender equality, for everyone
Investments in the health and rights of women and girls have changed the world, bringing us closer to equal voices and expanded…
Read story- 28 Feb 2025
- Statement
Statement by UNFPA Executive Director on the United States Government funding cuts
UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency, notes with deep regret the termination of all funding agreements by the United States Government.
Statement by UNFPA Executive Director on the United States Government funding…
UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency, notes with deep regret the termination of all funding agreements…
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