Member Associations

The Cyprus Family Planning Association (CFPA) was founded in 1971 and is the leading organization on Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights(SRHR) in Cyprus. CFPA is a fully accredited member of the European Network of the International Planned Parenthood Federation- European Network (IPPF-EN). CFPA's vision is a world where sexuality is expressed and enjoyed in freedom, equality, respect and love. Comprehensive Sexuality Education and advocacy are the main priorities of the organization. CFPA plans, implements and evaluates sexuality educational programs targeted to children and young people, professionals and parents, and publishes accurate information and educational material on issues of sexuality. The Association as an advocate in the field of SRHR has contributed to the amendments of a number of laws including the abortion law, and is a very active member in a number of National Committees and consultative bodies in the country through which it influences national policies and strategies on SRHR issues. The Association is working towards the creation of the first structure in Cyprus where specialized services will be provided to adults, who have experienced sexual abuse when they were children, and their family members or people of their supportive environment. The services will include psychological support and therapy, evaluation, legal counselling, social support, and counselling on matters of sexual and or reproductive health. It will essentially use a multidisciplinary approach.

AIDOS began its journey in 1981 as a women’s association and non-governmental organisation. Since its establishment, AIDOS has worked in Low-Income Countries, Europe and Italy to build, promote and defend the rights, dignity and freedom of choice of women and girls. AIDOS works in partnership with local organisations and institutions to provide tools to women and their organisations, particularly in those areas where the experience of the Italian feminist movement has yielded significant results. These areas are: women’s rights sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) economic empowerment of women; education of girls. AIDOS’ approach is based on a continuous and equal dialogue with women’s and non-governmental organisations worldwide and with associations and people engaged with human rights, women’s and LGBTQI rights. AIDOS was recognised in 1992 by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as eligible to manage public funds for implementing international development projects. And has a special consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations (ECOSOC) and is implementing partner of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Italy. Check out their Instagram.

Women’s Rights Foundation (WRF) of Malta is a voluntary organisation committed to informing, educating and empowering women concerning their legal rights. WRF aims to ensure that women’s rights are protected through policy and law reform, raise awareness and offer training to end violence against women. WRF also provides free legal advice and initial legal representation to women who are survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking and discriminated against due to their gender. Contact: Twitter