UNFPA Seoul Representation Office

14/01/2026

Ms Yumi Chang, Global Programme Coordinator of the UNFPA Seoul Representation Office delivered a special, hour-long lecture to young delegates from various countries on January 10th. The lecture was part of the Yonsei Model United Nations, hosted by Yonsei University.

Ms. Chang’s presentation effectively enhanced the delegates’ understanding of UNFPA’s core mission, mandate, and key areas of work. These areas include Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH), Human Rights (specifically Gender Equality and the prevention of and response to Gender-Based Violence - GBV), supporting young people, population dynamics, and humanitarian response and action. She underscored the significance of these issues and explained their direct relevance to the delegates’ lives and future.

A significant portion of the lecture provided an overview of the KOICA’s flagship “Conflict-affected and Fragile countries support Programme: CFP,” a critical regional-level initiative operating within the Humanitarian-Development-Peace (HDP) nexus. Ms. Chang highlighted that, thanks to the generous support and leadership of the Republic of Korea and KOICA, UNFPA and seven other multilateral organizations are collaboratively driving change in the most challenging humanitarian-context countries and regions. This collective effort aims to strengthen resilience through service delivery structured around three key pillars: 1. Dispute and conflict resolution, 2. Building peace, and 3. Vulnerability mitigation.

Concluding the session with a Q&A segment, Ms. Chang encouraged the young future leaders to continue pursuing careers within the UN and other multilateral organizations. She also introduced them to the International Organizations Recruitment Centre (UNrecruit.mofa.go.kr), a resource hub for the UN-career related information and events, operated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea.

14/01/2026

UNFPA Seoul Representation Office delivered a special, hour-long lecture to young delegates representing various countries on January 10th 2026. The lecture was part of the Yonsei Model United Nations, hosted by .

Ms. Yumi Chang, Global Programme Coordinator effectively enhanced the young delegates’ understanding of UNFPA’s core mission, mandate, and key areas of work. These areas include Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights ( ), Human Rights (specifically Gender Equality and the prevention of and response to Gender-Based Violence - GBV), supporting young people, population dynamics, and humanitarian response and action. She underscored the significance of these issues and explained their direct relevance to our lives and future.

A significant portion of the lecture provided an overview of the & UNFPA flagship “ ,” a critical regional-level initiative operating within the Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus. Ms. Chang highlighted that, thanks to the generous support and leadership of the Republic of Korea and KOICA, and seven other multilateral organizations are collaboratively driving change in the most challenging humanitarian-context countries and regions. This collective effort aims to strengthen resilience through service delivery structured around three key pillars: 1. Dispute and conflict resolution, 2. Building , and 3. Vulnerability mitigation.

Concluding the session with a Q&A segment, Ms. Chang noted that we should support our neighboring countries to make a resilient community and global society. *K-ODA (Chosun Il-bo): https://www.chosun.com/english/opinion-en/2025/10/14/JT7IM7CQXNCUJIR4TMPB5XP7QQ/

She also encouraged the young future leaders in Korea to continue pursuing careers within the UN and other multilateral organizations. She introduced them to the Organizations Recruitment Centre (UNrecruit.mofa.go.kr), a useful resource hub for them to get the UN- and/or international-career related information and events, operated by the of 🇰🇷.

26/12/2025

Dr. Aleksandar (Sasha) Bodiroza, UNFPA Asia and the Pacific Regional Director ad interim, Dr. Asa Torkelsson, , and Dr. Priscilla Idele, Chief, Data and Analytics Branch met with UNFPA’s key Korean partners during their visit to Korea 🇰🇷🤝.

On the margins of the 9th Global Symposium on Low Fertility and Ageing (2–3 Dec 2025), Dr. Bodiroza held meaningful discussions with Korea International Cooperation Agency Vice President Ms SOHN Jung-Mee (PhD) and Hon. MP NAM In-Soon, Vice President of the Korean Parliamentary League on Children, Population, and Environment.

The exchange reaffirmed the Republic of Korea’s strong partnership with UNFPA and a shared commitment to advancing rights-based, inclusive solutions to demographic change—grounded in sexual and reproductive health and rights, gender equality, and human dignity across the life course.

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11/12/2025

Innovative partnerships are vital for enhancing community resilience to climate and humanitarian challenges, and building peace, engaging communities as co-creators of solutions.

The , funded by 🇰🇷, exemplifies this, implemented in six challenging contexts.

A big thank you to and the of Korea for showcasing the value of -ODA, inspiring compassion and care for others.

At UNFPA’s Seoul Representation Office, we were thrilled to host wonderful colleagues from .mali, , and at the Learning Event. We exchanged insights, connected with leaders, and held hybrid Meetings for two regions, Africa and Middle East.

10/12/2025

Standing up for Human Rights.

Today concludes 16 Days of Activism against -Based Violence.
Seoul Representation Office has championed the campaign, carrying the banner to meeting , with our leadership from in , , and Sudan, our team retreat at , with participants at the Symposium on Ageing, and, today, meeting students at University.

Together, we can, and will, build a world free from violence!🧡

28/11/2025

On 28 Nov., and representatives from .mali and met witUNFPAINGOs in Seoul to explore new avenues for collaboration. 🤝✨

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Together, we explored opportunities—both here in Korea and across our six CFP implementing countries—to further strengthen support for women, girls, and young people. Our discussion focused on expanding lifesaving, integrated SRH and GBV services in crisis and humanitarian settings throughout Africa and the Middle East, made possible with the generous support of 🇰🇷 .

We look f코이카(KOICA)ncing our shared commitment to protect rights, expand access to essential services, and create meaningful impact for the most vulnerable communities worldwide. 🌍💙

26/11/2025

On 25 November, Dr Asa Torkelsson, Chief of UNFPA Seoul met with delegations from UNFPA , UNFPA , and UNFPA for a courtesy visit to Mr. Choi Jong-yoon, Director for Multilateral Cooperation and Humanitarian Affairs Division of .

We discussed key UNFPA priorities across humanitarian and development contexts and appreciated Director Choi’s valuable advice and guidance.

Grateful for this continued partnership in advancing the rights and well-being of women and girls worldwide. 🇰🇷🤝🇺🇳🤱🏾🚑

.mali

25/11/2025

24/11/2025

[1] Seoul Learning Event for the HDP Nexus, 24 Nov., Seoul 🇰🇷

Today, we .mali had the privilege of delivering our joint presentation at the “2nd Seoul Learning Event for the HDP Nexus”, hosted by .

We extend our sincere appreciation to 🇰🇷KOICA for creating such a meaningful platform—bringing together stakeholders from across the spectrum, including the 🇺🇳 UN system, international organizations, the private sector, and civil society partners in South Korea.

Events like this not only allow us to share our priorities, key achievements, success stories, and lessons learned, but also strengthen our collective commitment to advancing resilience, peacebuilding, and sustainable development in conflict-affected and fragile contexts.

Grateful for the opportunity to learn, connect, and contribute—together. 🌍✨

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📍We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to all colleagues in Seoul, Bamako, Jerusalem, and Juba, who could not be with us in person, yet supported and contributed to the successful preparation and delivery of today’s presentation. Thank you. 🙏 🇰🇷🇲🇱🇵🇸🇸🇸

21/11/2025

🌏 SIWA Kaleidoscope 2025, 19 Nov, Seoul
Many Colors, One Purpose. Collective Impact.

Ms. Yumi Chang, Global Programme Coordinator at the , spoke at this year’s Kaleidoscope, highlighting a core truth: in crises, women and girls face the greatest risks, yet their needs are too often overlooked.

She introduced the KOICA-funded Conflict-affected and Fragile Countries Support Programme (CFP), which supports more than 4 million beneficiaries (including women and girls) in some of the world’s most challenging contexts— Central African Republic 🇨🇫, Mali 🇲🇱, Somalia 🇸🇴, South Sudan 🇸🇸, Lebanon 🇱🇧, and Palestine 🇵🇸.

Through , 🚑 , and community local and global partners like , etc., the CFP provides lifesaving maternal health care, family planning, breast cancer screening, and support for survivors of .

Ms. Chang shared reflections from her recent visit to the , in August 2025, where she witnessed how local partners and trained in , deliver , , and despite immense challenges.

At its heart, the is about more than services—it’s about 🌱 and and to their and .

Supporting women and girls is not only right—it is one of the most effective ways to build . 🕊️

20/11/2025

🌏 SIWA Kaleidoscope 2025, 19 Nov, Seoul
Many Colors, One Purpose. Collective Impact.

Ms. Yumi Chang, Global Programme Coordinator at the , spoke at this year’s Kaleidoscope, highlighting a core truth: in crises, women and girls face the greatest risks, yet their needs are too often overlooked.

She introduced the KOICA-funded Conflict-affected and Fragile Countries Support Programme (CFP), which supports more than 4 million beneficiaries (including women and girls) in some of the world’s most challenging contexts— Central African Republic 🇨🇫, Mali 🇲🇱, Somalia 🇸🇴, South Sudan 🇸🇸, Lebanon 🇱🇧, and Palestine 🇵🇸.

Through , 🚑 , and community local and global partners like , etc., the CFP provides lifesaving maternal health care, family planning, breast cancer screening, and support for survivors of .

Ms. Chang shared reflections from her recent visit to the , in August 2025, where she witnessed how local partners and trained in , deliver , , and despite immense challenges.

At its heart, the is about more than services—it’s about 🌱 and and to their and .

Supporting women and girls is not only right—it is one of the most effective ways to build . 🕊️