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23 December 2021
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Healthcare workers trained to address sexual and reproductive health needs of women with disabilities.
In 2020, UNFPA supported disability rights organization This-Ability Trust to conduct an assessment of healthcare workers’ skills on sexual and reproductive health and disability…
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22 December 2021
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#16DaysofActivism: Kenyan Athletes run to end gender-based violence
At least 45% of women in Kenya in the 15-49 age bracket have experienced physical or sexual violence carried out by an intimate partner at least once in their lifetime (DHS, 2014)…
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18 December 2021
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SRHRPlusD Festival celebrates the bodily autonomy of women and girls with disabilities
Born with cerebral palsy, 28-year-old Winfred Wanjiru was determined not to let disability stand in the way of her dreams. After completing a course in tourism and travel, she was…
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10 December 2021
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Winners of UNFPA Three Zeros Photo Competition Announced!
UNFPA Kenya Country Office is pleased to announce the winners of the Three Zeros Photo Competition which was launched earlier this year. More than 600 images were submitted by…
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06 December 2021
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H.E First Lady Margaret Kenyatta officially launches the Johari Beads Initiative socio-economic enterprise
Her Excellency First Lady Margaret Kenyatta officially launched the Johari Beads Initiative as a socio-economic enterprise where she unveiled a business model and market scope…
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03 December 2021
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Kenya marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities with a call for greater inclusion and accessibility
Marked annually on 3rd December, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities highlights the challenges, barriers and opportunities for persons with disabilities. President…
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02 December 2021
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UNFPA launches bodyright, a new ‘copyright’ symbol to demand protection from online violence
“It’s time for technology companies and policymakers to take digital violence seriously,” said UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem. “Right now, corporate logos and…
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30 November 2021
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A survivor’s story: “My father now sees the value of educating girls and eradicating FGM.”
FGM survivor Rose Masaruan is happy to be living her dream to become a professional accountant after surviving FGM and escaping early marriage at the age of thirteen. Rose…
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29 November 2021
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UK International Ambassador for Human Rights tours UNFPA projects in Kenya
The United Kingdom continues to be a strong voice for the advancement of human rights, including through support to UNFPA in promoting sexual and reproductive health rights for…
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