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Pakistan: a day in Razia's life

Razia and her family were badly hit in the floods that devastated Pakistan in August 2010. But they're now getting back on their feet. Helped by food assistance from WFP, Razia's life is starting to return to normal. Here's one day in her life.

Safe Stoves

Women For Women: Challiss McDonough In Afghanistan

Public Information Officer Challiss McDonough describes daily life for women in Afghanistan and her own experiences living and working there.

Angela goes home

Angela's trip to the field kicks off in her native Cali where she visits a neighbourhood torn by competing paramilitary groups. While there, she meets with the volunteers of a local NGO who offer safe haven and free meals to women victims of violence.

Josette Sheeran Explains How Fuel Efficient Cookstoves Make A Difference

WFP Executive Director Josette Sheeran explains how providing women with more efficient stoves slows deforestation, limits indoor pollution and curbs the risks of rape and violence that women in poor countries run while gathering firewood.