The youth should be the hope of our future. But when they are displaced by conflict and crisis, their futures are at risk. Join UNFPA in demanding safe spaces for the young generation to thrive.

When humanitarian workers are not safe and have limited access to affected persons, the survival of the most vulnerable is left to chance. ow.ly/lGps50T1k02

On #WorldHumanitarianDay, we salute aid workers like those in UNFPA-supported areas in #Mozambique. They are those who risk their lives daily to save others. As 2024 becomes another dangerous year for aid workers, we must ask: who is protecting those who protect us?

Here in #SouthAfrica, a devastating tornado struck Tongaat, leaving over 3,000 households in ruins. In response, UNFPA quickly mobilized to support those affected, providing vital health services and care, especially for pregnant women and young people. ow.ly/FZzx50T0Jfo

East & Southern #Africa region is in crisis, nearly 65M in need of urgent humanitarian aid. Women & children are disproportionately affected. We must expand humanitarian access and support those on the frontlines - the humanitarians. Read my thoughts: ow.ly/kVpz50T2oei

On this beautiful day in Pretoria, we are filled with optimism. United Nations agencies including UNFPA are with Sweden to advocate for sustained investments in SRHR and explore opportunities with the private sector. #PartnershipsForGoals #SRHR

🚨 Health workers are at the crossfires in conflict zones. Women and girls are losing vital health care. Join @‌UNFPA to call on world leaders to #ActForHumanity and protect humanitarians #WorldHumanitarianDay

Can you imagine having a C-section birth without pain relief? Pregnant women in humanitarian crises should never be denied access to life-saving aid. Join @‌UNFPA to call on world leaders to #ActForHumanity and safeguard the delivery of medical supplies

📢 Excited to launch the 2023 Annual Results and Phase II (2020-2023) Report! 🌍 Across 12 countries, we're looking ahead to a brighter future focused on gender equality and girls’ empowerment. #EndChildMarriage unicef.org/aboutgp2023AAR

In DRC, 6 humanitarian aid workers were killed and 11 kidnapped in the first half of 2024. Across East and Southern #Africa, they face daily risks while caring for others. Their safety is crucial for the survival of the most vulnerable. My reflections: ow.ly/WfyP50T2oly

📣 To end sexual violence in conflict, we must listen to women and girls. See how UNFPA—the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency—is taking action to #EndRapeInWar: unf.pa/svc 🎨 via @unfpaesaro #GlobalGoals

At just 26, Nurse Steven is a lifeline for young mothers in Nairobi. He attends to hundreds of girls seeking family planning & HIV services, helping them take control of their futures. These are vital in breaking the cycle of poverty. Read more: ow.ly/b45o50T2oMS

"With one set of hands, you saved two lives." A nurse at a UNFPA-supported clinic in East & Southern #Africa is one of many aid workers risking everything to help others. We must ask: who is protecting those who save us? #WorldHumanitarianDay #ActForHumanity

18-year-old Jennifer, new to Nairobi, is finding her way with the help of Tiko. She’s accessing counseling and contraception services for the first time, a crucial step toward a brighter future. UNFPA programmes empower girls to make informed choices and chase their dreams.

👨🏿‍⚕️Shortage of skilled healthcare providers 🩺Outdated equipment 🏥Limited reproductive health access A reality for many living in Madagascar 🇲🇬 UNV Dr Hakizimana reflects on 80 life-saving surgeries, cesarean operations & more with UNFPA Madagascar, Maurice, Seychelles🔗unv.org/Success-storie…

Indeed, strength and leadership often emerge from the toughest challenges. For Deheve of #DRC, witnessing the dire conditions for women and girls in a displacement site sparked a commitment to take action and transform her community’s approach to reproductive health.

The #HornofAfrica is veering into uncharted territory as the drought catastrophe takes grip. Existing gender inequalities and limited sexual and reproductive health services endanger the lives of women and girls. See how @‌UNFPA is meeting their needs: unf.pa/hdh

Today is World Sexual Health Day! 💖 Let's celebrate positive relationships rooted in respect, empathy, & understanding. Every individual deserves safe, fulfilling connections that honor autonomy, equality, and human rights. #SexualHealth #Respect #Equality

Our Regional Director Lydia Zigomo in #Copenhagen with our Supply Chain Management Team. These are the amazing people behind UNFPA's work in transforming communities. From essential supplies to life-saving support, our efforts are making a real impact on lives worldwide.

⚠️ Zambia is facing its driest agricultural season in over 40 years. 🎥 See how women and girls in rural #Zambia impacted by the drought are receiving crucial sexual and reproductive health care from UNFPA-supported mobile clinics.