Catherine Breen Kamkong

War is a disease, peace is the cure. As we mark the 80th anniversary of the @UN Charter today, its vision and principles of lasting peace are keeping us -- all the peoples of the United Nations -- accountable to create a healthier, safer, fairer world for generations to come.…

Behind every #SafeBirth, every gender-based violence survivor helped, every frontline response, there’s partnership. @UNFPA thanks 🇸🇪 🇳🇴 🇩🇪 🇮🇪 🇨🇦 🇰🇷 for backing women and girls in crisis through the Humanitarian Thematic Fund. Learn more: unf.pa/htf24 #FundUNFPA

“After I delivered my twins, they didn’t cry at first. The midwives kept trying, and a few minutes later my daughter cried, then the boy. I was so happy,” — Minara, 20, Sunamganj. Midwives are saving lives in climate-vulnerable areas.

In 🇧🇩, 7 in 10 women have faced gender-based violence. Yet they continue to lead with strength and dignity. The #VAWSurvey2024 shows both widespread violence and rising awareness and willingness to seek help. #EndVAW 🔗 tinyurl.com/46zyn532

In Sunamganj today, I met with partners and local communities to discuss progress in #srhr for women & girls in hard-to-access & climate affected areas. Together, we must strengthen health systems & reach every pregnant woman and provide quality care to prevent deaths and fistula

“Before I called, I felt like no one would listen to me.” – Rifat, 25. Alapon helpline gave him hope—and has helped thousands more in 🇧🇩. 💬Mental health, GBV, SRHR & more 📲09678-609-609 🕒Open daily | 🆓 Free & confidential One call can change a life. 🔗tinyurl.com/6n5bm96x

The @UNinBangladesh expresses heartfelt condolences to the victims and families affected by the tragic aircraft crash in Uttara, Dhaka. We mourn the loss of lives, including children, and stand in solidarity with Bangladesh. 🔗tinyurl.com/uninbdcondolen…

📢 Just Released: UNFPA Bangladesh Annual Report 2024 From lifesaving reproductive health services to advancing gender equality & empowering youth—this report captures the stories, data, & partnerships driving impact across the country. Insert Link: tinyurl.com/yvyzmj7p

@UNFPAPakistan and @kmuofficial_ have signed an MoU to launch the BS in Midwifery program—aimed at strengthening maternal and child health in #KhyberPakhtunkhwa. This will not only enhance KMU's capacity but also strengthen a unified healthcare model in the province.

A bold step for women & girls! UNFPA & national health partners launched the first Midwifery-Led Sexual & Reproductive Health Centre in Dhaka metropolitan. When women are treated with respect, they become champions in their communities. Thanks to @Sida & @Jhpiego for partnership.

Today we opened Midwifery led SRH services in urban facility in Dhaka South & saw the power of midwives saving lives in action with the 1st mother & baby born safely today @UNFPABangladesh, @SwedenAmbBD, @SwedeninBD, @UNFPAAsiaPac, @JakobGranit , @Sida  @Jhpiego @world_midwives

Honoured to stand with the @GovBangladesh to mark #WorldPopulationDay. Let’s continue creating an environment where young people have the knowledge, services and opportunities to create the families they want and shape their own futures — by choice, not by chance.

Dr. Natalia Kanem, @UNFPA's outgoing Executive Director reflects on almost a decade leading the UN's sexual and reproductive health agency. news.un.org/en/story/2025/…

The Representative observed @UNFPA's integrated efforts in #SRH, youth empowerment, and #GBV prevention and response; appreciated the dedication of frontline actors working in crisis settings; and reflected on ways to strengthen sustainable, community-led impact.

Ms. Breen Kamkong's visit reaffirmed our shared commitment to stand in solidarity with Rohingya refugees and host community women, girls, and young people—ensuring their rights, reproductive health & aspirations remain at the heart of all we do. 🧡 #WithRefugees

“Increased investment means more skilled health workers, uninterrupted life-saving medicines, & wider contraceptive choices for women,” said Catherine Breen Kamkong, UNFPA Representative, at today’s #SWOP2025 launch in Bangladesh. tinyurl.com/45crnwb5

Taking care of yourself and maintaining a healthy lifestyle is important, especially during times of difficulty and stress. 🍎 Eat well 🧘‍♀️ Prioritize your mental health 🏃‍♀️ Stay active @WHO shares more tips as #SelfCare Month begins: who.int/health-topics/…

70% of all maternal deaths happen in Sub-Saharan Africa. This is not just a statistic, it’s a call to action. That's why we're supporting 10 million safer births under the patronage of Her Majesty Queen Mary of Denmark: unf.pa/nis #MaternalHealth

At @UNFPA, we want to create a future in which everyone is able to live life “in larger freedom”, as promised in the @UN Charter. That’s the future we imagine for every woman and girl, and that future is ours to create. #UNDay

In every corner of the world, whether in their home countries or far away, the @UN staff are working on the front lines of today’s most pressing challenges. See how the UN makes a difference in the lives of everyone, everywhere👉 buff.ly/44loWbd #LeaveNoOneBehind #UN80