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25 January 2006
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Ibu Epon weaves fancy objects and economic empowerment for women in remote Sukarindik village of Tasikmalaya
West Java, INDONESIA - Using plants available abundantly in Tasikmalaya district and generation-old, traditional weaving skills, Ibu Epon (63) has been making fancy handycraft and at the same time... Read more
5 January 2006
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UNFPA Supports MTV Staying Alive Campaign 2006
Youth makes up about 30 percent of the Indonesian population. The 1997 economic crisis exposed local youth to greater challenges that led to increased number of school drop out, unemployment,... Read more
11 July 2005
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2005 World Population Day
JAKARTA, 11 July 2005 - Gender discrimination occurs in various layers of society and the existing child preference among Indonesian couples proves that it starts very early in life. Sadly, women... Read more
7 April 2005
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Mini grant unites the community to support pregnant women and saves lives
JAKARTA, 07 April 2005 - Knowing the signs of high risk pregnancies and helping pregnant women reach a nearby community health centers (puskesmas), equipped with minimum obstetric care on time are... Read more
18 March 2005
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Gender Sensitive Approach needed to help victims, end violence againts Women
“Have any of you ever experienced violence against women?” she asked.  “NOOO!!!” the crowd replied almost in unison.  “Superb, couples here really care for each other,” the wife of the... Read more

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