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Visit UNFPA programs in the field! Guided by Americans for UNFPA and UNFPA staff, delegates explore local culture, meet people who are affected by the work they support, and develop an in-depth perspective on women’s health and rights in each UNFPA program country. We offer an intimate experience, with no more than 16 delegates per trip.
For more information, including fees, please contact Sharon Howe, Director of Development at 206-282-4706 or showe@americansforunfpa.org.
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Past Trips
Guatamala
The dramatic scenery and culturally rich highlands of central Guatemala are unique. Verdant forests, fertile loamy soil, beautiful cratered lakes and volcanic peaks accent a land where ancient Mayan traditions are part of contemporary life. But all is not perfect in this natural paradise, for amidst the Mayan and Spanish colonial towns poverty and disease are endemic to large sections of the population. In contemporary Guatemala there are many problems for women and children. The causes are numerous: poverty, the lack of family planning and health services.
Ethiopia
With a geography that is often stunning, frequently beautiful and always a surprise, Ethiopia's highland isolation has produced a truly distinctive culture and a population immediately recognizable for their noble features. Ethiopia is the world's oldest Christian country, with rites and ceremonies as recognizably Judaic as Christian. thiopians have a close-knit and traditional culture, personal identity is strong; their sense of self robust. The obverse side of tradition is cultural taboo. In contemporary Ethiopia there are many problems for women and children, including one of the highest maternal death rates in the world. The causes are numerous: poverty, early marriage, genital mutilation, the lack of family planning and health services. In fact half of Ethiopia's population has no access to any medical services what so ever.
Uganda and Rwanda
This delegation explores key issues facing women in Africa—maternal death, HIV/AIDS, human rights and gender equality. The delegation will also trek for mountain gorillas in the Parcs de Nationale Volcans in Rwanda.
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Laos and Cambodia:
Delegates will tour fascinating UNFPA sites in Laos and Cambodia with a focus on health services for youth and ethnic minorities, promoting gender equality and preventing HIV/AIDS. The delegation concludes with a visit to the majestic temples of Angkor Wat.
Nepal:
Site visits in Nepal will highlight UNFPA’s women’s health initiatives, youth programs, and work with women in post conflict settings. Delegates will also visit amazing tourist attractions including Swayambunath temple and trek to view the Himalayan Mountains.