by Brussels Communications | Apr 26, 2021 | Brussels, Global Health
Malaria, a disease caused by parasites that are transmitted to people through the bites of infected mosquitoes is among the top killers of adolescent girls globally, contributing 7.4% of deaths among this population. Malaria is a serious health risk during pregnancy...
by Brussels Communications | Mar 29, 2021 | Youth Empowerment
The Generation Equality Forum (GEF) is a global gathering convened by UN Women and co-hosted by the governments of Mexico and France, centered on civil-society and aimed at building new momentum to advance gender equality worldwide. Kicking off in Mexico City from...
by Brussels Communications | Mar 24, 2021 | Brussels, Global Health
Tuberculosis (TB), a curable and preventable disease was the world’s leading cause of death from infectious diseases before the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. 1.4 million people died from TB in 2019, yet only three new drugs and regimens have been developed to...
by Brussels Communications | Feb 11, 2021 | Brussels, Female Empowerment, Global Health
From COVID-19 to climate change, tackling some of the world’s most pressing issues relies on harnessing the potential of everyone, regardless of gender. Continued under-representation and perpetuated stereotypes have long plagued women’s involvement in science and...
by Brussels Communications | Feb 4, 2021 | Brussels, Female Empowerment, Youth Empowerment
Promoting sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all is essential if we are to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and leave no one behind. DSW, together with the International Planned Parenthood Federation – European Network (IPPF...