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Empowering Women, Girls, and the Youth is the Pathway to Lasting Peace
Peace is not merely the absence of conflict; it is the foundation upon which societies flourish, and individuals thrive. It provides the necessary... Read more
From Desperation to Empowerment: A Mother's Journey of Resilience and Success
When a 45-year-old single mother, grappling with the devastating effects of drought and displacement, received a one-time cash assistance of USD 50.... Read more
Empowering Women Through Tailoring: Maryan's Journey in Somalia
In the bustling town of Bosaso in Puntland state, Maryan, a resilient and widowed woman, is making waves. Head of a family of seven, she represents... Read more
From Despair to Empowerment: Miido's Journey of Healing and Hope
Miido Iyow Aden's journey commenced in the dusty village of Qoryoley. Her homeland, like many others, had been ravaged by the relentless... Read more
The Headies and UNFPA Somalia Join Forces to Amplify the Voices of Women and Girls in Crisis-Stricken Somalia
Atlanta, September 3, 2023 - The Headies, a leading hip-hop awards platform, and UNFPA Somalia, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health... Read more
A Mother's Journey: Finding Hope and Support in the Midst of Adversity
In the heart of El Jale, an IDP camp in Kismayo, Somalia, resides a young woman named Nurto Osman, whose strength and resilience have been tested... Read more
World Humanitarian Day: Honoring humanitarian workers who deliver life-saving services
Given the ongoing challenges of protracted conflict and climate mishaps like drought and floods, the humanitarian component of our work as UNFPA... Read more
A Call to Action: UNFPA's Ojuolape Addresses African Youth at SDG Summit, Emphasizes need for Youth Spaces to Enhance Capacity and Innovation
The Representative of UNFPA Somalia, Niyi Ojuolape, addressed youth and delegates at the ongoing 5th African Youth SDG Summit in Lusaka, Zambia, on... Read more
Somalia Launches Landmark Report on Population Development with UNFPA Support
Mogadishu, Somalia - The Federal Government of Somalia has taken a momentous step towards promoting the rights and well-being of its citizens with... Read more
Overcoming Adversity: Hamda Saed's Journey of Empowerment with UNFPA's Y-PEER Programs
Literacy, Skills Training, and Determination Lead to a Better Future Garowe, Puntland - Hamda Saed, a 20-year-old mother of two, has defied the... Read more