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Managing Menstruation in Urban Slums: Insights from Moni Akter's Experience in Dhaka
"At home, we can't really talk about it much," Moni says of menstrual taboos. I'm glad to discuss such matters with my mum. But I... Read more
Beyond Access: Why Menstrual Hygiene Management is Essential to Women's Empowerment
The stories of both Dipa and Sadia demonstrate the diverse needs of women when it comes to menstrual hygiene management and by providing menstrual... Read more
UNFPA Celebrates World Menstrual Hygiene Day 2023 in Cox’s Bazar
Sunday, 28 May, 2023 - Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh – On the occasion of World Menstrual Hygiene Day, recurring annually on Sunday 28th of May, the... Read more
Triumph over Adversity: Moyna Bibi's Success in Fighting Vesicovaginal Fistula
Moyna's journey serves as a testament to the struggles faced by vesicovaginal fistula patients in Bangladesh. Through the efforts of UNFPA and... Read more
Breaking the Silence: Shahana's Story of Overcoming Fistula and Reclaiming Her Life
On the occasion of International Fistula Day, we bring you the inspiring story of Shahana, a courageous woman who overcame tremendous challenges... Read more
Never Compromise on Duty: Yasmin Akhter's Commitment to Cyclone Preparedness and Community Outreach in Cox's Bazar
We all know the impact of natural calamities and how they can wreak havoc on people's lives. However, what's more important is to be well-... Read more
Female pharmacist organizes a free advocacy campaign for the first time in North Bengal, Bangladesh
Dipa Chowdhury, a female pharmacist from Bogura district in Bangladesh, felt the need to increase her knowledge of primary healthcare services,... Read more
Celebrating the International Day of the Midwife
Midwives ensure safe deliveries and exceptional maternal and newborn care. Many countries lack qualified midwives, which causes unnecessary maternal... Read more
Representative's message on International Day of the Midwife 2023
On International Day of the Midwife, we honor and celebrate the work that midwives worldwide do to improve the lives of women, men, girls, and boys.... Read more
2023 State of the World Population Report "The 8 Billion Question: Too Many or Too Few?”
UNFPA Bangladesh presented the SWP 2023 to local media on April 30. UNFPA releases the SWP annually to analyze population and demographic trends.... Read more