As we convene for the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Programme of Action’s 30th anniversary, it’s imperative to acknowledge the strides made while recognizing the challenges ahead. The ICPD Programme of Action, a landmark global agreement ratified by 179 countries, established the foundation for reproductive rights and autonomy, asserting the universal human right… Continue reading Celebrating Progress and Charting the Path Forward: Reflecting on ICPD+30
Month: May 2024
Breaking Barriers to Close the Gender Gap in Health Supply Chain Management
Supply chain management has historically been perceived as a male-dominated workforce, with men occupying the majority of management roles in distribution and warehousing. This perception, alongside limited educational opportunities, has made it more difficult for women to gain entry or advance in the supply chain industry. Nevertheless, women are increasingly becoming supply chain professionals and… Continue reading Breaking Barriers to Close the Gender Gap in Health Supply Chain Management
FP2030’s Partnership Fund Arrives in Latin America and the Caribbean: A New Opportunity for Youth Organizations
Earlier this year, FP2030 launched the Partnership Fund, a new funding mechanism designed with young people and other “nontraditional partners” in mind. The Partnership Fund is meant to capitalize on the expertise of local organizations that can use this funding to put their ideas into action in their own communities. The Partnership Fund launched with… Continue reading FP2030’s Partnership Fund Arrives in Latin America and the Caribbean: A New Opportunity for Youth Organizations
Celebrate the start of the FP2030 LAC Hub Advocacy School!
As part of the FP2030 activities in the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region, we are pleased to introduce our Advocacy School to strengthen youth participation in the upcoming Regional Conference on Population and Development (CRPD). This event will take place in Cartagena, Colombia, from June 29 to July 5, thanks to the joint initiative… Continue reading Celebrate the start of the FP2030 LAC Hub Advocacy School!
FP2030 LAC Hub Art Contest: My Sexuality: My Pride, My Art
the FP2030 Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) Hub is excited to announce the launch of the first-ever FP2030 LAC Hub art contest! The launch of this contest in the region aims to harness the power of creativity to promote sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). This initiative invites young artists and creators to showcase… Continue reading FP2030 LAC Hub Art Contest: My Sexuality: My Pride, My Art
Walking the Talk: Securing the future of family planning through capacity building and socialization of the Adolescent and Youth strategy with FP2030 North, West, and Central Africa and, East and Southern Africa youth focal points in Accra-Ghana
Justin Ngong, Communication Officer, FP2030 NWCA “Akwaaba!” in Twi (Ghanaian language) which means “welcome,” was being chanted as facilitators and participants flew into Ghana and were ready to make Ghana their new home for the entire week. A great blend of English and French cultures characterized some of the early activities introduced to make everyone… Continue reading Walking the Talk: Securing the future of family planning through capacity building and socialization of the Adolescent and Youth strategy with FP2030 North, West, and Central Africa and, East and Southern Africa youth focal points in Accra-Ghana
Interfaith Workshop in Siem Reap Propels Family Planning Forward Through Faith-Based Collaboration
Siem Reap, Cambodia, May 10, 2024 A landmark three-day Interfaith Workshop has successfully concluded in Siem Reap, significantly advancing family planning through faith-based collaboration across the Asia Pacific region. The FP2030 South-to-South Learning Workshop, which took place from May 7th to 9th, 2024, saw the gathering of diverse religious leaders and faith actors, collectively driving… Continue reading Interfaith Workshop in Siem Reap Propels Family Planning Forward Through Faith-Based Collaboration
Adolescent and Youth Strategy Launch ICPD 30 Global Youth Dialogue Conference, Cotonou-Benin
By Justin Ngong, Communication Officer, FP2030 North, West, and Central Africa Hub With very high spirits from the commencement of the Global Youth Dialogue ICPD30 conference in Benin, FP2030 launched its Adolescent and Youth Strategy. The strategy is a document committed to advocating for a global consensus on increasing adolescent and youth access to sexual… Continue reading Adolescent and Youth Strategy Launch ICPD 30 Global Youth Dialogue Conference, Cotonou-Benin
The latest from FP2030
Dear colleagues, I’m writing to you at the tail end of an exceptional month for FP2030. First, we’re proud to share that Honduras is officially the first-ever country in the Latin America region to make an FP2030 commitment. This is a monumental occasion as FP2020 was only open to 69 focus countries — the countries… Continue reading The latest from FP2030
