Monthly Archives: March 2009
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One woman’s battle: Fight for justice in Niger
United Nations, March 2009 - Born...or sold into slavery. It's the brutal reality for hundreds of thousands of African women. But in Niger, one extraordinary woman fought back. In a groundbreaking legal battle she cha...
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Fistula in Afghanistan
United Nations, February 2009 - Obstetric Fistula, a condition prevalent in much of the developing world, occurs mostly due to poor maternal healthcare and early marriage. In Afghanistan, UNFPA is supporting a Fistula...
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Ecotourism in Bolivia
United Nations, February 2009 - A growing number of environmentally conscious travellers worldwide have been seeking out destinations with rich fauna, flora and cultural heritage. A new programme established by IFAD i...
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Central African Republic: The forgotten crisis
United Nations, February 2009 - It's a country many have never heard of - the Central African Republic, also know as the C.A.R. Bordering some of the most dangerous places on earth - Chad, Sudan, the Democratic Repu...
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Nepal: Sushma’s story
United Nations, February 2009 - Thousands of women and girls are trafficked each year into India from Nepal. Sushma was one such victim, who was able to escape after being sold into sexual slavery. Unlike most other w...