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5 September 2023
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World Sexual Health Day 2023

Sexual health is not just about the absence of disease. It is an integral part of human health, a matter of holistic well-being – physical, mental... Read more

15 August 2023
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UNFPA is on the ground to support pregnant and newly-delivered women in the earthquake-hit area

The earthquakes that occurred on February 6 directly affected the lives of more than 9 million people living in the region. Among them, there are... Read more

25 July 2023
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Hassan Mohtashami among young people in a classroom

UNFPA invests in the Future of Youth with the support of Youth

In Türkiye, young people between the ages of 15-24 make up 16% of the population. The United Nations Population Fund, UNFPA Türkiye, is meeting with... Read more

11 July 2023
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Unleashing the power of gender equality: Uplifting the voices of women and girls to unlock our world’s infinite possibilities

Imagine a world where everyone – all 8 billion people – has a future bursting with promise and potential. Unfortunately, the current reality is still... Read more

21 June 2023
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Statistical Analysis Report of Domestic Violence Emergency Hotline Data for the Years 2007-2021

UNFPA-TKDF Domestic Violence Report Has Been Released!

8 in 10 people who are subjected to violence are women, 73 percent are married and mostly between the ages of 31-55. 90 percent of the perpetrators... Read more

19 June 2023
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A man looking to the city

Hope For A New Life After Years

The Syrian conflict continues to be one of the greatest human tragedies ever experienced. Since the beginning of the conflict, 6.8 million civilians... Read more

7 June 2023
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Mohammed Edris sitting in front of a colorful bench, Turkish Flag, EU, ASAM and UNFPA is seen behind.

The Story of Mohammed Edris with the Obstacles to Overcome and his Dreams of Education

Around 15% of forcibly displaced individuals in the world live with various disabilities. Almost one in five of refugees in Türkiye lives with a... Read more

6 June 2023
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Ela and her family, Adıyaman. © Eren Korkmaz

Through the Eyes of Women and Girls; 4 months on from Türkiye Earthquakes

“We waited in desperation while thinking that the earthquake would never end and the house would collapse on our heads.” “We ran out barefoot, our... Read more

28 May 2023
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Rojin, looking at UNFPA's dignity kit

Menstrual Hygiene Day

Menstrual health is a human rights issue – not just a health one. Each of us has a right to bodily autonomy. The ability to care for your body while... Read more

6 May 2023
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UNFPA personnel with an earthquake survivor mother. © UNFPA Türkiye/Eren Korkmaz

3 Months on From The Earthquakes, Women and Girls Still Need Support

The earthquakes on 6 February 2023 upended the lives of nearly 9 million people in Türkiye directly. Among them were some 130,000 pregnant women.... Read more

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