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    "speaker_name": "Sen. Orwoba",
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    "content": "Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.52(1) to make a Statement on a matter of general topical concern, namely, the 8th International Parliamentarians Conference on the Implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) that was held in Oslo, Norway from 10th April to 12th April, 2024. Mr. Speaker, Sir, parliamentarians from the across the globe attended the conference which was held as the world commemorated the 30th anniversary of the adoption of the ICPD programme of actions. Discussion centered around the challenges encountered and opportunities presented in championing sexual and reproductive health and rights. Parliamentarians who attended the conference acknowledged the progress made in advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights despite the setbacks encountered due to societal challenges, the Covid-19 pandemic and other global crisis. Emphasis was placed on the critical role of parliamentarians in championing and effecting change towards universal access to sexual and reproductive health services, particularly for marginalized groups like women, girls and those affected by crisis, as well as the elimination of gender-based violence and harmful practices. Mr. Speaker, Sir, the parliamentarians also emphasized the need to universally uphold human rights, expressing concern over the global backlash against agendas of sexual and reproductive health and rights. The matter of disproportionate impact of the climate crisis on vulnerable populations, particularly women and girls was also discussed. The parliamentarians pledged that moving forward, they would work towards people-centred policies, data-driven solutions and harness digital technology to strengthen health systems and ensure universal access to sexual and reproductive health services. The parliamentarians also committed to advocating for increased funding for sexual and reproductive health and rights programmes and international The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate."
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