__construct() instead. in /home1/tommytom/kassdigitalmedia.com/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6085The United Nations Population Fund in Ethiopia is leading an effort to help women and girls in conflict regions who are vulnerable to sexual violence and maternal complications while also lacking menstrual supplies. UNFPA Ethiopia<\/a>, which has been promoting gender equality and women\u2019s empowerment in the country since 1973, is now striving to provide vital resources to the vulnerable groups in the areas impacted by war.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The effort is especially focused on the Tigray region, where a longstanding political dispute in Ethiopia escalated to violence in recent months and disrupted the life of thousands. <\/p>\n\n\n\n “Access to lifesaving assistance, such as dignity and post-rape kits, treatment to prevent HIV and STI transmission and psychosocial support is much-needed in Tigray region and affected areas,” the agency stated. “UNFPA is ready to deliver all these commodities to IDPs and refugees.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n