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South Korea, UNFPA join forces to transform Somalia women and girls’ healthcare

UNFPA delegates during a session in Mogadishu.

What you need to know:

  • By empowering communities with the knowledge and resources needed to effectively manage SRH and GBV issues, the project not only tackles immediate health challenges but also fosters long-term resilience and self-sufficiency.
  • This collaborative effort between South Korea and UNFPA exemplifies a dynamic and holistic approach to healthcare and tackle GBV, aiming to create enduring change and provide a beacon of hope for the future of Somalia’s women and girls.

In a landmark partnership, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) unveiled a groundbreaking initiative on October 22, 2024, aimed at dramatically improving healthcare for women and girls in Somalia. 

This initiative, entitled "Programme to Provide Lifesaving and Integrated SRH and GBV Services in Humanitarian Settings in the Africa Region," marks a significant step in addressing healthcare disparities in one of the world's most vulnerable regions.