Latest Blogs
A selection of blogs from across the Federation
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2022 in sexual and reproductive health and rights
Reflections on some of the advances and setbacks made globally this year in access to abortion care, LGBTI+ rights, contraception and gender equality.
Most Popular This Week
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Working towards a future where wealth does not determine health
A person’s health should not depend on their wealth.
Kenya
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Kenya: In the grip of drought, sexual and reproductive health needs soar
The drought situation in Kenya is worsening every day, with an estimated 4.35 million Kenyans currently in need of food aid, according to the National Drought Management Authority (NDMA).
Sudan, Ethiopia
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Ethiopian refugees find help in the clinic with pink walls
It's mid-morning, and the Um Rakuba refugee camp on the southern border of Sudan is hot. There are few trees to take shade from the 40°c heat.
Kiribati
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Climate crisis, displacement, and sexual health – what are the links?
“This community needs to survive… The problem now is you can’t survive with the sea rise levels.” – Takaria Ubwaitoi, community leader and organizer in Bikenibeu, Kiribati
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Placing women’s needs at the center – 5 reasons why abortion self-care should be normalized
Self-care is not a new concept, nor does it apply exclusively to abortion.
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How to ensure a healthy vagina, vulva, cervix, and uterus
Knowing how to look after your vagina, vulva, cervix, and uterus can lead to a healthier, safer, and more pleasurable life.
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Gender-based violence is shockingly prevalent – but it is also preventable
By Seri Wendoh, IPPF's Global Lead for Gender and Inclusion
05 February 2018
Female genital mutilation (FGM) is a form of violence against women and girls, IPPF are working with member associations to help put a stop to the dangerous practice that affects millions of girls and women worldwide.
05 February 2018
Female genital mutilation (FGM) is a form of violence against women and girls, IPPF are working with member associations to help put a stop to the dangerous practice that affects millions of girls and women worldwide.
05 February 2018
Since 2014, the Irish Family Planning Association (IFPA) has provided comprehensive medical and psychological care to women and girls in Ireland who have experienced FGM. The FGM Treatment Service is publicly funded which enables the IFPA to provide care to affected women and girls free of charge.
05 February 2018
Since 2014, the Irish Family Planning Association (IFPA) has provided comprehensive medical and psychological care to women and girls in Ireland who have experienced FGM. The FGM Treatment Service is publicly funded which enables the IFPA to provide care to affected women and girls free of charge.
01 December 2016
This year to mark World AIDS Day I travelled to Swaziland in southern Africa.
01 December 2016
This year to mark World AIDS Day I travelled to Swaziland in southern Africa.
15 October 2016
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24 September 2016
SIZE defines many things about Nigeria. Being Africa’s most populous country ensures that plenty of the issues it faces are big.
24 September 2016
SIZE defines many things about Nigeria. Being Africa’s most populous country ensures that plenty of the issues it faces are big.
14 July 2016
Lorraine is centre manager of the Family Health Options Kenya (FHOK) clinic in Kibera, Nairobi – a place best known for being Africa’s biggest urban slum. Here FHOK is fighting poverty and myths to provide sexual health and education.
14 July 2016
Lorraine is centre manager of the Family Health Options Kenya (FHOK) clinic in Kibera, Nairobi – a place best known for being Africa’s biggest urban slum. Here FHOK is fighting poverty and myths to provide sexual health and education.
05 February 2018
Female genital mutilation (FGM) is a form of violence against women and girls, IPPF are working with member associations to help put a stop to the dangerous practice that affects millions of girls and women worldwide.
05 February 2018
Female genital mutilation (FGM) is a form of violence against women and girls, IPPF are working with member associations to help put a stop to the dangerous practice that affects millions of girls and women worldwide.
05 February 2018
Since 2014, the Irish Family Planning Association (IFPA) has provided comprehensive medical and psychological care to women and girls in Ireland who have experienced FGM. The FGM Treatment Service is publicly funded which enables the IFPA to provide care to affected women and girls free of charge.
05 February 2018
Since 2014, the Irish Family Planning Association (IFPA) has provided comprehensive medical and psychological care to women and girls in Ireland who have experienced FGM. The FGM Treatment Service is publicly funded which enables the IFPA to provide care to affected women and girls free of charge.
01 December 2016
This year to mark World AIDS Day I travelled to Swaziland in southern Africa.
01 December 2016
This year to mark World AIDS Day I travelled to Swaziland in southern Africa.
15 October 2016
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15 October 2016
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24 September 2016
SIZE defines many things about Nigeria. Being Africa’s most populous country ensures that plenty of the issues it faces are big.
24 September 2016
SIZE defines many things about Nigeria. Being Africa’s most populous country ensures that plenty of the issues it faces are big.
14 July 2016
Lorraine is centre manager of the Family Health Options Kenya (FHOK) clinic in Kibera, Nairobi – a place best known for being Africa’s biggest urban slum. Here FHOK is fighting poverty and myths to provide sexual health and education.
14 July 2016
Lorraine is centre manager of the Family Health Options Kenya (FHOK) clinic in Kibera, Nairobi – a place best known for being Africa’s biggest urban slum. Here FHOK is fighting poverty and myths to provide sexual health and education.
