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The Rohingya Crisis One Year On
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The Rohingya Crisis One Year On
This August marked the one-year anniversary of the fastest growing refugee crisis in the world. Over 720,000 Rohingya have fled violence in Myanmar in the past twelve months, joining some 213,000 already in Bangladesh to create the world’s most densely…
What is in a UNFPA Dignity Kit?
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What is in a UNFPA Dignity Kit?
During the most desperate situations such as the aftermath of a natural disaster or during a conflict, UNFPA distributes basic supplies to maintain the health and dignity of women and girls. Many of these supplies are included inside containers called dignity kits. These kits are given out at refugee camps or other similar locations.
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A Letter from USA for UNFPA’s Chair of the Board
Dear Friends, On behalf of the USA for UNFPA Board of Directors, I am writing to share that Melissa Kuklin is stepping down as Executive Director on August 31, 2018. USA for UNFPA is grateful for Melissa’s eight years of…
Urgent Efforts Needed to Protect Women and Girls in Crises
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Urgent Efforts Needed to Protect Women and Girls in Crises
Statement by UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem on World Humanitarian Day 2018 August 19, 2018 Women and girls uprooted by war or disaster are at heightened risk of rape, exploitation and abuse. Yet reaching a refugee camp or other…

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