Latest Blogs
A selection of blogs from across the Federation
Palestine
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“We need each other more than ever. We have to lift each other up.”
In the West Bank, women and girls are cut off from life-saving healthcare. On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the Palestinian health professionals and communities going the extra mile.
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Palestine
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“We need each other more than ever. We have to lift each other up.”
In the West Bank, persistent attacks, roadblocks, and an oppressive Israeli military presence are cutting women and girls off from life-saving sexual and reproductive healthcare.
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Our 2025 Photos of the Year
For us, images are power. What happens behind the scenes is far more than standard INGO content gathering: it is an intentional political act.
Sudan
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Under Siege and Out of Reach: Health, Safety, and Dignity in Sudan
For more than 18 months, el-Fasher has been under siege. Families who once fled to this city in North Darfur for safety are now trapped in it.
Ukraine
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We Are Living Through Two Wars: The War on Our Land and the War on Our Bodies
Life in Ukraine is still extremely hard and unstable. Even in places that feel calmer, the fear never fully goes away. The risk of missile and drone attacks is constant. It’s terrifying.
Palestine
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What are you afraid of: International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People
What are you afraid of? The real threat is the live-streamed genocide, not the keffiyeh.
Mozambique
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Sex Workers Leading the Fight Against HIV in Mozambique’s Manica Province
In Mozambique, in the continued fight against HIV, certain populations face a heightened risk of transmission, such as sex workers.
Nepal, Colombia, Thailand
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Celebrating Transgender Awareness Week: visible, powerful, proud and loved
At IPPF we are working for inclusive sexual and reproductive healthcare delivery to transgender and gender diverse people, founded upon the principles of the rights to personal autonomy, bodi
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Self-care within sexual and reproductive health; a collective and supportive act of resistance
By Nihal Said, Research & Partnerships Senior Advisor & Harjyot Khosa, External Relations Director of IPPF South Asia
02 September 2021
Gonorrhoea is a common bacterial infection. Anyone who is sexually active can catch gonorrhoea.
02 September 2021
Gonorrhoea is a common bacterial infection. Anyone who is sexually active can catch gonorrhoea.
02 September 2021
Genital herpes is a very common virus that can stay in the body for life, but it usually doesn’t lead to serious health problems.
02 September 2021
Genital herpes is a very common virus that can stay in the body for life, but it usually doesn’t lead to serious health problems.
02 September 2021
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a tiny parasite called trichomonas vaginalis (TV) and infects the vagina and urethra.
02 September 2021
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a tiny parasite called trichomonas vaginalis (TV) and infects the vagina and urethra.
02 September 2021
Pubic lice are very small, crab-like parasitic insects which live on the pubic hair and survive on human blood.
02 September 2021
Pubic lice are very small, crab-like parasitic insects which live on the pubic hair and survive on human blood.
02 September 2021
Syphilis is caused by a bacteria called treponema pallidum and is easily passed from one person to another through unprotected vaginal, anal or oral sex or sharing sex toys.
02 September 2021
Syphilis is caused by a bacteria called treponema pallidum and is easily passed from one person to another through unprotected vaginal, anal or oral sex or sharing sex toys.
02 September 2021
Genital warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are small growths or bumps that appear on or around the genital or anal area.
02 September 2021
Genital warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are small growths or bumps that appear on or around the genital or anal area.
02 September 2021
HIV is a virus that damages the body’s immune system so it cannot fight off infections.
02 September 2021
HIV is a virus that damages the body’s immune system so it cannot fight off infections.
24 August 2021
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.
24 August 2021
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.
05 August 2021
Women and children are the most vulnerable in every humanitarian crisis. The earthquake in West Sulawesi, which took place in January, was no different. A young Indonesian mother, Herlina shares her story on being displaced whilst breastfeeding her newborn baby.
05 August 2021
Women and children are the most vulnerable in every humanitarian crisis. The earthquake in West Sulawesi, which took place in January, was no different. A young Indonesian mother, Herlina shares her story on being displaced whilst breastfeeding her newborn baby.
27 July 2021
At 26, Julonna Peterson of St Vincent is one of the youngest executive directors of an IPPF Member Association.
27 July 2021
At 26, Julonna Peterson of St Vincent is one of the youngest executive directors of an IPPF Member Association.
02 September 2021
Gonorrhoea is a common bacterial infection. Anyone who is sexually active can catch gonorrhoea.
02 September 2021
Gonorrhoea is a common bacterial infection. Anyone who is sexually active can catch gonorrhoea.
02 September 2021
Genital herpes is a very common virus that can stay in the body for life, but it usually doesn’t lead to serious health problems.
02 September 2021
Genital herpes is a very common virus that can stay in the body for life, but it usually doesn’t lead to serious health problems.
02 September 2021
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a tiny parasite called trichomonas vaginalis (TV) and infects the vagina and urethra.
02 September 2021
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a tiny parasite called trichomonas vaginalis (TV) and infects the vagina and urethra.
02 September 2021
Pubic lice are very small, crab-like parasitic insects which live on the pubic hair and survive on human blood.
02 September 2021
Pubic lice are very small, crab-like parasitic insects which live on the pubic hair and survive on human blood.
02 September 2021
Syphilis is caused by a bacteria called treponema pallidum and is easily passed from one person to another through unprotected vaginal, anal or oral sex or sharing sex toys.
02 September 2021
Syphilis is caused by a bacteria called treponema pallidum and is easily passed from one person to another through unprotected vaginal, anal or oral sex or sharing sex toys.
02 September 2021
Genital warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are small growths or bumps that appear on or around the genital or anal area.
02 September 2021
Genital warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are small growths or bumps that appear on or around the genital or anal area.
02 September 2021
HIV is a virus that damages the body’s immune system so it cannot fight off infections.
02 September 2021
HIV is a virus that damages the body’s immune system so it cannot fight off infections.
24 August 2021
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.
24 August 2021
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.
05 August 2021
Women and children are the most vulnerable in every humanitarian crisis. The earthquake in West Sulawesi, which took place in January, was no different. A young Indonesian mother, Herlina shares her story on being displaced whilst breastfeeding her newborn baby.
05 August 2021
Women and children are the most vulnerable in every humanitarian crisis. The earthquake in West Sulawesi, which took place in January, was no different. A young Indonesian mother, Herlina shares her story on being displaced whilst breastfeeding her newborn baby.
27 July 2021
At 26, Julonna Peterson of St Vincent is one of the youngest executive directors of an IPPF Member Association.
27 July 2021
At 26, Julonna Peterson of St Vincent is one of the youngest executive directors of an IPPF Member Association.
