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International Women’s Day at the Women and Children’s Clinic – the focus on a fairer world

From a medical perspective, being a woman can have a significant impact on health. This is due to biological factors and gender related factors.

Unsung Hero: Sanu

My name is Sanu Nani Magar and I am 48. I come from Ward Number 4 in Dhadingbesi Municipality, Nepal. I didn’t choose to come here and sort the waste, but life was tough and I needed to find work and to earn money.

Unsung Hero: Diana

I would like to move forward with my life. I want to help train other women who have suffered the same difficulties, the same problems, and try to guide them in the right direction. I want to show them that we should not let anyone abuse us physically or verbally.

Unsung Hero: Rajwa

I try to gather my courage and my strength. When I have something to say, I say it. I don’t want to keep silent; I want to stand up for my rights.

Unsung Heroes – Powerful stories from across the world

Inspired by a desire to bear witness to the violence against women, the Unsung Heroes photography project – by portrait artist Denis Rouvre – gives a voice to women from all over the world.

Unsung Hero: Anny

This was the time when I promised myself that I would become a “Voice of the Voiceless”. My activism began by advocating on behalf of women and girls in refugee reception centres.

Unsung Hero: Magdalena

I also decided to work in a center for mothers in the ghetto. I help to motivate them, discuss their dreams, and to make sure they don’t drop out of school. I feel confident that more women will decide to pursue their education and play their part in society.

Joint INGOs Message – Yemen Pledging Conference, 26 February 2019

We, humanitarian organisations in Yemen, are working tirelessly to address the needs despite security concerns, access restrictions and other impediments.

Nobi, 42 – Testimony of Rohingya

Nobi is undoubtedly very popular in the area. As a leader among Doctors of the World’s volunteers, he is also a major pillar in community work. Nevertheless, his gestures and words are humble, smart, and calm.

“There is not a lot of clear guidance about what to do…” Practice Manager, Sandra Connolly

Patients often come back to the practice when they’re struggling to get help elsewhere in the system and not just in the NHS

Valentines to the Clinic

This Valentine’s Day, the clinic was filled with wonderful Valentines messages from Doctors of the World’s supporters.