Iván Castellanos

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Iván Castellanos is the representative of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Honduras. He has been vocal about the high rates of adolescent fertility in the country, which stands at 97 births per 1,000 women aged 15 to 19, the highest in Latin America and the Caribbean. Castellanos emphasizes the critical issues surrounding unwanted pregnancies, particularly among adolescents, and advocates for comprehensive sexual education, improved access to contraceptives, and enhanced reproductive health services. His work highlights the broader socio-economic challenges facing Honduras, including poverty and marginalization, and he stresses the need for public policies that support women's health rights and promote safe motherhood.