Spotlight
A selection of updates from across the Federation

Come Together: IPPF Strategy 2028
6 May 2015
Strategy 2028 is about changing IPPF so it is well equipped to uphold SRHR for those who are left out, locked out or left behind.Stories
Cook Islands

Dean and the Cook Islands Condom Car
Dean Tangata of the Cook Islands Family Welfare Association says sex education…

Stories about our global efforts to eliminate cervical cancer
From Nigeria to Bermuda, and Albania to Indonesia, our member associations are…

In Afghanistan, midwives are the missing link amid critical healthcare shortages
The Afghan Family Guidance Association has introduced a community midwifery…

2022 in photos: We won't let the opposition define us
We won't remember 2022 solely for its setbacks. Instead, we choose to remember…
Poland

Human Rights Day 2022: Defend the Defenders in Poland
Marta, Klementyna and Justyna of the Polish Women’s Strike face prison…
Sudan

In pictures: The Women of Tigray
There are currently over 21,000 refugees in Um Rakuba camp, where the Sudan…
Blogs
Palestine

In Palestine, digital innovations center women and youth
PFPPA's free mobile app provides clients with information and services including sexual and reproductive health, gender-based violence and comprehensive sexuality education.
Uganda

Together we decide: An interactive game that promotes gender equality!
In Northern Uganda, an innovative game is demystifying myths and misconceptions around family planning.

HPV: what you should know
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the leading cause of cervical cancer. From vaccination to testing, symptoms and more, we've covered some of the main questions you might have about it.
Kenya

"I was determined to protect my sisters" - Fighting FGM in Kenya
We had the pleasure of interviewing Christine Alfons, founder and Executive Director of the Safe Engage Foundation, a youth-led organization in Kuria, Kenya, working to end female genital mutilation.

Trends to watch in sexual and reproductive health and rights
Here are some of the trends shaping SRHR in 2023, as well as the stakes and what we’re doing about them.
Featured Perspectives
Colombia

From words to action
No one in Colombia can ever again be singled out or criminalized for deciding…
Australia

Australia is on track to eliminate cervical cancer by 2035: Here’s what we’ve learned
The progress made thus far has been the result of important new innovations in…

Reproductive justice is social justice and it’s about time we start connecting the dots
Black women and women of colour have always been on the frontline fighting for…
Mauritania

Tireless work to end Gender Based Violence and Female Genital Mutilation in Mauritania
The Association Mauritanienne pour la Promotion de la Famille, an IPPF Member…
Brazil

Now Bolsonaro is gone, human rights must be top of Brazil’s agenda
We must improve sexual and reproductive health and rights in Brazil, writes our…

The choice to self-sample is revolutionizing cervical cancer screening
The expansion of cervical cancer self-sampling in a growing number of countries…
Resources


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IMAP Statement on Biomedical HIV Prevention
This statement is intended to update Member Associations on biomedical HIV prevention technologies…

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IPPF Policy on Sex Work
The IPPF Sex Work Policy makes clear our position and commitments with regards to sex work.

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The HPV vaccine: Fact or Fiction?
Take our quick quiz to test your knowledge on the HPV vaccine

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Sexual and Gender-based Violence Communications Guidance
It is critical that IPPF shares powerful, survivor-centred stories when appropriate and in a safe…

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IMAP Statement on Biomedical HIV Prevention
This statement is intended to update Member Associations on biomedical HIV prevention technologies…

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IPPF Policy on Sex Work
The IPPF Sex Work Policy makes clear our position and commitments with regards to sex work.

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The HPV vaccine: Fact or Fiction?
Take our quick quiz to test your knowledge on the HPV vaccine

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Sexual and Gender-based Violence Communications Guidance
It is critical that IPPF shares powerful, survivor-centred stories when appropriate and in a safe…
News
Solomon Islands, Australia

IPPF’s Director General Visits Solomon Islands and Australia
Dr Alvaro Bermejo visited Australia and Solomon Islands to discuss improving…
Solomon Islands

Prime Minister of Solomon Islands eager to work in SRH space after IPPF Director-General visit
The Prime Minister of Solomon Islands has committed to doing more for sexual…
Ukraine

Ukraine, 1 year on: "We remain a people not defined by the war but by our strength, resilience and values."
Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, IPPF has supported…
Africa

Feminist Opportunities Now: Empowering Feminist Organizations Around the World
Gender inequalities on a global scale affect half of the world's population and…
Pakistan, Ukraine, Ethiopia

Government of Japan awards IPPF $2.08 million to support women and girls affected by conflict and natural disasters
IPPF Member Associations in Afghanistan, Ethiopia, Pakistan and Ukraine will…

Joint call for Meaningful Involvement of NSAs in WHO Governing Bodies
At the 152nd Session of the WHO Executive Board (January 30 – February 7, 202
Media center
| 30 June 2022
IPPF's Anti-Racism Review and Programme of Action
IPPF's Anti-Racism Review and Programme of Action: equality, empowerment, ending discrimination, and poverty-eradication must extend to the…
| 28 March 2023
IPPF’s Director General Visits Solomon Islands and Australia
Dr Alvaro Bermejo visited Australia and Solomon Islands to discuss improving sexual and reproductive health and rights
| 24 June 2022
US Supreme Court overturns Roe v Wade in devastating blow to women's health and rights
The US Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade removing 50 years of constitutional protection for abortion across the U.S
| 9 March 2022
IPPF statement on the WHO Abortion Care Guidelines 2022
IPPF welcomes the newly released WHO guidelines on abortion care, launched on Wednesday 9 March
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