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Cambodian workers at health day organised by Reproductive Health Association of Cambodia - credits: IPPF/Omar Havana/Cambodia

About IPPF

We deliver sexual and reproductive health services that let people make their own choices. We are local, through our members and volunteers, and global, through our network. We meet need, wherever it is, whoever requires it, for as long as they want it.
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family planning and it's role in climate change

Blog

Think sexual health isn’t linked to climate change? Think again

When considering solutions to the climate change crisis, sexual health might not be the first thing to come to mind – but it can actually play a very important role in positive environmental strategies.
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Contraception: what are the options?

There are several contraception options available out there to help prevent pregnancy, both long- and short-term, hormonal and non-hormonal – and some even protect against STIs. Which one might be best for you?
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Video

Watch: Tips on how to talk about abortion

This short video (also available in French and Spanish) provides useful tips about what to consider when developing materials relating to abortion, including how to use rights-based messages and how to avoid using stigmatizing language and images.
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Video

Watch: What is surgical abortion?

Have questions about surgical abortion? Watch our explainer video to find out more about the procedure.
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Lube bottle

Blog

5 great reasons to use lube the next time you’re getting intimate

There have never been more forms of lube widely available, and from so many places including pharmacies, health stores and supermarkets. So it’s a great time to start incorporating it into your sex life!
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Leilani from Tonga holds up a pile of condoms

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The Condom Quiz

Condoms have existed in some form or other for centuries, and they remain one of the most popular forms of contraception for their ease of use, portability and price. What else do you know about the trusty condom? Find out in our quiz...
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Makholu Mahao

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“The big challenges are teenage pregnancy and early marriage"

Village chief Makholu Mahao was 18 years old when she got married, that was almost 60 years ago. Now as a village leader, she is seeing a rise in teenage pregnancies and early forced marriage. With the help of Lesotho Planned Parenthood Association and funding from She Decides, she is getting the help she needs to encourage young people to seek contraception and other services like HIV testing at the outreach post.
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