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10 April 2025
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The Power of Collective Action to Advance Women’s Rights: A Journey from Beijing '95 to Today
In 1993, the late Professor Swarna Jayaweera, a renowned advocate for women’s rights in Sri Lanka, informed a group of women’s organisations about the Asia Pacific preparatory…
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09 April 2025
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Reflections on the Beijing Conference: A Critical Evaluation of Its Legacy By Dr. Selvy Thiruchandran
The Beijing Conference, held in 1995, stands as a monumental milestone in global efforts toward gender equality. Not only did it bring gender-related issues to the forefront, but…
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08 April 2025
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Beijing+30: Reclaiming and Transforming Gains for Women’s Rights
UNFPA Sri Lanka marks 30 years since the 1995 Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action — a historic turning point for the global women’s movement. In a powerful reflection,…
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27 March 2025
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Reflections: Voices from Beijing’ - In Commemoration of IWD 2025 and 30th Anniversary of Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action
Colombo, Sri Lanka – On 26 March 2025, UNFPA Sri Lanka and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands hosted ‘Reflections: Voices from Beijing’, an event to commemorate the…
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27 March 2025
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Opening of the Emergency Waiting Area (EWA) at Kalutara South Police Women and Children’s Bureau
Colombo, Sri Lanka – On March 27, 2025, H.E. Akio ISOMATA, Ambassador of Japan, and Kunle Adeniyi, UNFPA Sri Lanka Representative, handed over the newly constructed Japan-funded…
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24 March 2025
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Renovated PHM Quarters Strengthens Rural Healthcare in Kothmale
UNFPA Sri Lanka and Government of Japan Strengthen Rural Healthcare with Renovated PHM Quarters in Kothmale
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20 March 2025
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Theatre for Change: Raising Awareness on Sexual and Reproductive Health in Kilinochchi’s EPZ
Kilinochchi, Sri Lanka – In a unique and engaging initiative, UNFPA Sri Lanka is using the power of theatre to raise awareness on sexual and reproductive health and gender…
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18 March 2025
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A Mother’s Strength: Stories of Resilience in Motherhood
In Kayts, Jaffna, 34-year-old Ajanda prepares for the arrival of her fourth child. Her journey through motherhood has been one of resilience and hardship. Her husband, a fisherman…
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13 March 2025
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UNFPA Sri Lanka Engages with the Ministry of Public Security to Enhance Survivor Support
Strengthening Police Response to Gender-Based Violence in Sri Lanka
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