With multiple conflicts ravaging the world, staff of various UN agencies are stepping beyond their traditional roles, acting as frontline humanitarian workers dedicated to saving lives. UNFPA, the UN sexual and reproductive health agency, is no exception.

Natalia Kanem, UNFPA Executive Director, highlights the harsh realities faced by women and girls caught in crises, particularly in Sudan, where the agency has been deeply embedded even before the current conflict.

In this interview with UN News’s Anton Uspensky, Dr. Kanem discusses UNFPA’s mission, the resources at their disposal, and the specific actions being taken to empower every girl and woman to make their own choices regarding marriage and motherhood.