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Lydia Zigomo

@LZigomo

@UNFPA East & Southern Africa Regional Director | Taking action to make the world 🌍 a better place for women and young people.

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Happening now !

“Leave No One Behind” - Advancing the rights of towards the achievement of ICPD & the

Theme: 30 years of implementation of the ICPD, achievements, opportunities, challenges & perspective towards the advancement of the rights of

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Happening now ! “Leave No One Behind” - Advancing the rights of #PWDs towards the achievement of ICPD & the #SDGs Theme: 30 years of implementation of the ICPD, achievements, opportunities, challenges & perspective towards the advancement of the rights of #PWDs #Tanzania 🇹🇿
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A witness to the dedication of UNFPA & government partners from Eswatini, Zambia, and Mozambique at . As we approach , our collective efforts in are more crucial than ever. We are driving change for a sustainable and equitable future 🌍 Diene Keita

A witness to the dedication of @UNFPA & government partners from Eswatini, Zambia, and Mozambique at #CPD57. As we approach #ICPD30, our collective efforts in #SRHR are more crucial than ever. We are driving change for a sustainable and equitable future 🌍#GlobalGoals @dienekeita
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Meeting with Minister of Health Douglas Mombeshora and the delegation at the United Nations General Assembly. Sharing our commitment to the filled me with optimism. Together, we're striving towards a healthier, happier future for all.

Meeting with Minister of Health Douglas Mombeshora and the #Zimbabwe delegation at the @UN General Assembly. Sharing our commitment to the #GlobalGoals filled me with optimism. Together, we're striving towards a healthier, happier future for all.
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Let's ensure every mother has access to quality care, no matter where she lives.

At , Minister-MoGCSWss calls for urgent support and life-saving interventions in .

Let's ensure every mother has access to quality care, no matter where she lives. At #CPD57, @MgcswssMinister calls for urgent #MaternalHealth support and life-saving interventions in #SouthSudan. #ICPD30
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In - a proud witness to the power of collaboration with the governments of Tanzania, South Sudan, DRC, and Bangladesh with our . A special moment to acknowledge that we're making strides in ensuring health systems for all and ending maternal deaths.

In #CPD57 - a proud witness to the power of collaboration with the governments of Tanzania, South Sudan, DRC, and Bangladesh with our #PartnersatCore. A special moment to acknowledge that we're making strides in ensuring health systems for all and ending maternal deaths.
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The is not just an acronym.

It represents a call for a more just, prosperous, peaceful and sustainable world, and a promise to nurture every 10-year-old girl on the verge of adolescence.

Let's keep her in mind during deliberations this week: unf.pa/57s

The #ICPD is not just an acronym. It represents a call for a more just, prosperous, peaceful and sustainable world, and a promise to nurture every 10-year-old girl on the verge of adolescence. Let's keep her in mind during #CPD57 deliberations this week: unf.pa/57s
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Together, we can deliver a better present and safeguard .

As the 57th session of the Commission on Population and Development kicks off, join UNFPA to shape the next 30 years of progress: unf.pa/cpd57

Together, we can deliver a better present and safeguard #OurCommonFuture. As the 57th session of the Commission on Population and Development kicks off, join @UNFPA to shape the next 30 years of progress: unf.pa/cpd57 #CPD57
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Why take action for ?

Because millions of people around the world are counting on our life-saving work.

Ahead of , join UNFPA to ensure that the next 30 years of progress include everyone: unf.pa/icpd

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Braving the storm: A tale of resilience with cyclone 🌀 sweeping across northern & some regions of Mdg🇲🇬.

📸Angela & Evelyne, like many others, continue their journey to the maternity ward armed w/ individual delivery & dignity kits from UNFPA.

Braving the storm: A tale of resilience with cyclone 🌀#Gamane sweeping across northern & some regions of Mdg🇲🇬. 📸Angela & Evelyne, like many others, continue their journey to the maternity ward armed w/ individual delivery & dignity kits from @UNFPA. #Resilience #LNOB
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In Addis Ababa, with United Nations's Regional Collaborative Platform. As our continent faces numerous challenges, we should . Driving sustainable development and making a meaningful difference together. United Nations_SDG

In Addis Ababa, with @UN's #Africa Regional Collaborative Platform. As our continent faces numerous challenges, we should #LeaveNoOneBehind. Driving sustainable development and making a meaningful difference together. @UN_SDG
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Where a woman gives birth shouldn't determine if she lives or dies🌍.

Women in sub-Saharan Africa are 130 times more likely to die from pregnancy complications than women in Europe/North America.

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Where a woman gives birth shouldn't determine if she lives or dies🌍. Women in sub-Saharan Africa are 130 times more likely to die from pregnancy complications than women in Europe/North America. 🪡 Follow the #ThreadsOfHope unfpa.org/swp2024
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Did you know? Africa alone has 56% of the worldwide shortage of healthcare workers providing sexual and reproductive care. A drastic change is needed to guarantee services for all.

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Did you know? Africa alone has 56% of the worldwide shortage of healthcare workers providing sexual and reproductive care. A drastic change is needed to guarantee services for all. 🪡 Follow the #ThreadsOfHope unfpa.org/swp2024
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Vulnerable and marginalized groups like women – who make up the majority of the global poor and whose livelihoods are largely dependent on natural resources among other risk factors – are exposed to particular calamities. unfpa.org/news/five-ways…

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Access to safe abortions improved through the removal of abortion restrictions in over half a dozen countries after the drafting of the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights on the Rights of Women in Africa.

Follow the to learn more unfpa.org/swp2024

Access to safe abortions improved through the removal of abortion restrictions in over half a dozen countries after the drafting of the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights on the Rights of Women in Africa. Follow the #ThreadsOfHope to learn more unfpa.org/swp2024
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An African woman who experiences pregnancy and childbirth complications is around 130 times more likely to die from them than a woman in Europe and Northern America. ⁦UNFPA⁩ via ⁦CNN⁩ cnn.com/interactive/as…

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Traditional beliefs can leave young people vulnerable to early and unintended pregnancies and STIs, including HIV.

With knowledge and tools to make informed choices, UNFPA helps them navigate challenges and take control of their futures. Let's invest for a healthier tomorrow.

Traditional beliefs can leave young people vulnerable to early and unintended pregnancies and STIs, including HIV. With knowledge and tools to make informed choices, @UNFPA helps them navigate challenges and take control of their futures. Let's invest for a healthier tomorrow.
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Female Genital Mutilation is a human rights violation that has affected an estimated 230 million girls and women globally.

Every child has a right to be protected from harm. UNFPA joins Shudufhadzo to .

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We have a long way to go until female genital mutilation - a harmful practice - is eradicated.

UNFPA works to:
⚖️ Support the development of policies and legislation to
🩺 Integrate female genital mutilation responses

Know more:
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We have a long way to go until female genital mutilation - a harmful practice - is eradicated. @UNFPA works to: ⚖️ Support the development of policies and legislation to #EndFGM 🩺 Integrate female genital mutilation responses Know more: ow.ly/cUVO50ReZGg
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Proud of our team and our shared dream of a future world of zeros.

This past year, UNFPA´s work has continued to transform lives and lay out the foundation for a more just, inclusive, and sustainable society.

Read our year in review ow.ly/QShy50QzhBx

Proud of our team and our shared dream of a future world of zeros. This past year, UNFPA´s work has continued to transform lives and lay out the foundation for a more just, inclusive, and sustainable society. Read our year in review ow.ly/QShy50QzhBx
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