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18 May 2023
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Teenage girls and young women being trained on making reusable sanitary pads at Gbogoro cattle Camp

From isolation during menstruation to reusable pads in cattle camps

Suzan is a young girl aged 14 who lives in Gbogoro cattle Camp in Terekeka. She had her first periods at the age of 11 and was aware of what was... Read more

6 April 2023
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The power of female sports in norms shifting: UNFPA collaboration with the Bright Starlets, the National Women’s Football team

The power of female sports in norms shifting: UNFPA collaboration with the Bright Starlets, the National Women’s Football team

Women's participation in sports has a long history. It is a history marked by division and discrimination but also one filled with major... Read more

28 March 2023
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Domesticating Obstetric fistula repair:  towards fistula-free South Sudan

Domesticating Obstetric fistula repair: towards fistula-free South Sudan

Dr Koma Akim, a general surgeon by profession was one of the outstanding trainee on Obstetric Fistula in 2022 at Juba Teaching Hospital. For Dr Koma... Read more

24 March 2023
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South Sudan ranks second in GBV prevalence rate in East Africa – a new study indicates.

South Sudan ranks second in GBV prevalence rate in East Africa – a new study indicates.

South Sudan accounts for the second highest prevalence case of GBV in the region; this was revealed during a validation workshop held on March 22,... Read more

23 March 2023
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“Lost in Love” celebrating Valentine’s Day

“Lost in Love” celebrating Valentine’s Day

“It’s time to change the narrative. Using Art, drama, poems are ways to share messages that words can't complete. Women and girls go through... Read more

17 March 2023
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Showcasing the strength and resilience of women from South Sudan during CSW67

Showcasing the strength and resilience of women from South Sudan during CSW67

This year’s Commission of Status of Women (CSW67) was held under the theme “Innovation and technological change, and education in the digital age for... Read more

16 March 2023
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Stronger together with donors for sexual and reproductive health

Stronger together with donors for sexual and reproductive health

With the dedicated support of key donors with the effortless and continued commitment work of UNFPA South Sudan, the future looks brighter for the... Read more

3 March 2023
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Taking family planning to the last mile communities

Taking family planning to the last mile communities

Enzo County is located one of the remote Counties in South Sudan in Western Equatorial State. The area grapples with challenges of access to medical... Read more

22 February 2023
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Let us protect women and girls against sexual violence

Let us protect women and girls against sexual violence

The cases of sexual and gender-based violence including rape and child marriage are alarming although not unique to South Sudan. The government of... Read more

17 February 2023
News
"Spread the Love": Empowering Young People with SRHR knowledge and positive norms

"Spread the Love": Empowering Young People with SRHR knowledge and positive norms

Social behavior change and positive norm building are critical components of building a healthy and safe society. Young people are the future and... Read more

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