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Climate crisis: responding to Cyclone Seroja in Indonesia
A photo of a healthcare worker speaking to a client
The proportion of high-intensity cyclones and hurricanes has increased due to warmer global temperatures. To deal with the effects of this disaster, the support from IPPF’s Member Association in Indonesia was requested, in the form of reproductive health services for the community – an often overlooked but vital area needed in humanitarian responses.
Is the climate crisis a gender equality issue? Absolutely
A protest sign of a globe reading "one world"
The climate crisis is affecting everyone, but there is no doubt that some communities and groups of people are being more impacted than others. Guest blogger Evelyn Acham, a climate justice activist from Uganda, explains.
Why are women and girls the worst affected by humanitarian crises?
A member of an outreach team visiting women in the Gaza Strip, Palestine
An increasing number of people globally live in areas badly affected by conflict, natural disasters, and other fragile humanitarian settings. Women and girls are disproportionately affected by these events by a significant margin – but why?
Papua New Guinea: serving essential healthcare during COVID-19
A PNGFHA aid worker administering contraceptive implant
Despite Ravat Village being located approximately 30 minutes' drive from the capital, a lack of access to transportation and subsequent stay-at-home orders during the COVID-19 pandemic have left many communities further isolated.
Women in Leadership: Julonna Peterson, St Vincent
Executive Director
At 26, Julonna Peterson of St Vincent is one of the youngest executive directors of an IPPF Member Association. Driven by a passion for volunteering and helping others, Julonna’s immediate focus upon taking up the role in January 2021 was to coordinate and manage an emergency response following the devastating volcanic eruption on the island.
Climate crisis: a crisis for sexual and reproductive health and rights
An illustration of a distressed woman in a burning globe
There is no doubt that the climate crisis is one of the key challenges of our time – our planet is in a state of emergency and the time for action is now. An often overlooked aspect of the climate crisis is how it intersects with sexual and reproductive health and rights.
How to ensure a healthy vagina, vulva, cervix, and uterus
Knitted vulva and uterus
Knowing how to look after your vagina, vulva, cervix, and uterus can lead to a healthier, safer, and more pleasurable life. From natural hygiene to screening for cervical cancer and sexually-transmitted infections, we've got you covered.
Cervical cancer: what you should know
Uterus
Cervical cancer affects many lives. In fact, it is the fourth most common cancer globally – but it is preventable. From prevention methods to symptoms, treatment and more, we've covered some of the main questions you might have about it.
Period products: what are the options?
An illustration of period products (pad, tampon, menstrual cup, menstrual disc, underwear)
The landscape of period products has changed dramatically in recent years. From the more 'traditional' options of sanitary pads and tampons, to the innovative absorbent underwear, there are lots of options. Allow us to show you some them!
Forced to flee from home... What would you do?
Refugee family
People are being forced from their homes more than ever. Whether fleeing conflict or losing homes to natural disasters, there are an estimated 70.8 million refugees worldwide, with women and girls often most at risk. We want to know: what would you do under these circumstances?