The project launch came just days after a shocking revelation from a survey that more women in Bangladesh were dying from childbirths now than before. Canada, UNICEF and UNFPA will support the health ministry for the “Improving Sexual, Reproductive Health and Rights including Maternal and Newborn Health in Low Performing Districts” project. Adolescent pregnancy, neonatal mortality, unmet need in family planning, inadequate quality maternal and neonatal health services, remain as significant challenges in Bangladesh. “Better outcomes for mothers and newborns go hand in hand with strengthening the sexual and reproductive health and rights of women and girls, also empowering young people through education now. This is why the holistic, integrated approach to the project is pivotal,” commented Iori Kato, UNFPA Bangladesh Acting Representative.

Source: bd News24 November 24, 2017 13:30 UTC