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8 July 2022
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25 participants from different states and regions attend the Integrative ADAPT Therapy (IAT) Certification training

UNFPA organizes Integrative ADAPT Therapy (IAT) Certification Training in Yangon for frontline workers and local mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) professionals.

In collaboration with Global Health Connect, UNFPA organizes Integrative ADAPT Therapy (IAT) Certification Training in Yangon for frontline workers... Read more

24 June 2022
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Baykin 2 mobile application is now available on Google Play Store

UNFPA launches Baykin 2 Mobile Application to introduce adolescents and young people with sexual and reproductive health & rights and gender related topics.

YANGON, Myanmar  – With the support from Global Affairs Canada, UNFPA Myanmar has launched Baykin 2 mobile application, partnering with 360ed team.... Read more

19 June 2022
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2021 Report of Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict

2021 Report of Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict

  *** Full version of 2021 Report of Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict can be download here.                

10 June 2022
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MHPSS actors and CSO partners in Myanmar participated in National MHPSS Rountable discussions. Photo: UNFPA Myanmar

UNFPA organizes National Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Roundtable Discussion in Yangon

YANGON, Myanmar  – National Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Roundtable Discussion is organized in Yangon. The event is organized in hybrid; in-person and online with the objectives... Read more

8 March 2022
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Statement by the United Nations in Myanmar on International Women's Day 2022

On International Women’s Day, the UN in Myanmar reaffirms its solidarity and commitment to the women and girls across Myanmar. As we mark the occasion of International Women’s Day, the United Nations... Read more

7 December 2021
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UNFPA held 16 Days of Activism Webinar with CSOs on GBV Prevention and Responses in Myanmar

YANGON, Myanmar – As a part of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence campaign, UNFPA held a webinar with CSOs on GBV prevention and responses on 7 December 2021. More than 80... Read more

2 December 2021
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GBV Hotline Minimum Standards Launched for Myanmar

During the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, UNFPA is launching the Myanmar Minimum Standards for Gender Based Violence (GBV) Hotlines (available in English and Burmese). The... Read more

25 November 2021
Statement

Joint Statement on 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence in Myanmar

Globally, nearly 1 in 3 women have been abused in their lifetime. In Myanmar, although data on Violence against Women is extremely limited, estimates are that at least 21 per cent of ever-married... Read more

10 November 2021
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Empowering local women and safeguarding their livelihood through innovative project on menstrual health management amid humanitarian crises

“Menstrual hygiene is essential for women and adolescent girls. Being a displaced person staying at the IDP camp, I have limited access to sanitary pads and hygiene products. Without having any... Read more

29 September 2021
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UNFPA provides mental health and psychosocial support through online portal

YANGON, Myanmar – “People experience different mental health and psychosocial issues due to the COVID-19 pandemic and political crisis. The range of issues may vary from stress and anxiety at one end... Read more

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