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Burkina Faso to restructure women's centers
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The Ministry of Family and Solidarity and the United Nations Population Fund UNFPA held discussions on Friday, June 5, 2026, in Ouagadougou, regarding the restructuring of women's centers. These structures, historically dedicated to women's emancipation, are now seeking revitalization. The project, led by Lieutenant-Colonel Passowend茅 P茅lagie Kabor茅 of the Ministry, aims to transform these spaces into modern centers for training, production, and economic empowerment. Yves Sassenrath, the new UNFPA Resident Representative in Burkina Faso, expressed the organization's readiness to support this reform. Plans include assessing needs, providing budgetary support, and establishing a pilot center to serve as a national model. The discussions also addressed combating gender-based violence, supporting the recovery of displaced populations, and improving basic social services. This initiative is part of an effort to strengthen social policies and women's empowerment in Burkina Faso.
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