Latest Blogs
A selection of blogs from across the Federation
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IDAHOBIT 2026: Reclaiming the Narrative - Democracy and LGBTQI+ Rights
Every year on 17 May, the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) reminds us that progress for LGBTQI+ rights is neither inevitable nor guaranteed.
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IDAHOBIT 2026: Reclaiming the Narrative - Democracy and LGBTQI+ Rights
This year’s theme, At the Heart of Democracy is a timely reminder that democ
Iran
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IPPF Rejects the Instrumentalisation of human rights as a justification for war.
The bombing of Iran and the region by Israel and the United States is orchestrated by men who worship militarised masculinities and whose world views are founded on d
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.
18 December 2023
Here we reflect on the mixed picture that was 2023, by sharing some of the highs and lows in areas including access to abortion care, sex workers' rights, LGBTIQ+ rights, gender equality and contraception.
18 December 2023
Here we reflect on the mixed picture that was 2023, by sharing some of the highs and lows in areas including access to abortion care, sex workers' rights, LGBTIQ+ rights, gender equality and contraception.
01 December 2023
The ‘Red-Carpet model’ is aimed at providing adolescents and young people with a VIP experience as they access quality youth-friendly services at the facility.
01 December 2023
The ‘Red-Carpet model’ is aimed at providing adolescents and young people with a VIP experience as they access quality youth-friendly services at the facility.
01 December 2023
Women's Resource Center is one of the few organisations offering emergency care with a feminist approach of empowerment to displaced women and girls living in shelters in Armenia.
01 December 2023
Women's Resource Center is one of the few organisations offering emergency care with a feminist approach of empowerment to displaced women and girls living in shelters in Armenia.
20 November 2023
While all eyes are rightfully on the dire situation in Gaza, Palestinians in the West Bank are also at risk when accessing sexual and reproductive health care.
20 November 2023
While all eyes are rightfully on the dire situation in Gaza, Palestinians in the West Bank are also at risk when accessing sexual and reproductive health care.
24 October 2023
Humanitarian crises are increasingly prevalent in this small island nation, and youth leaders stress the critical need for sexual and reproductive health and rights in both preparedness and response
24 October 2023
Humanitarian crises are increasingly prevalent in this small island nation, and youth leaders stress the critical need for sexual and reproductive health and rights in both preparedness and response
23 September 2023
Bisexuality is defined as the attraction to more than one gender. A bisexual person may feel equally attracted to multiple genders or they may feel more attracted to one gender. These feelings may change over time, and that is completely ok.
23 September 2023
Bisexuality is defined as the attraction to more than one gender. A bisexual person may feel equally attracted to multiple genders or they may feel more attracted to one gender. These feelings may change over time, and that is completely ok.
13 September 2023
The RAJAH Community Centre provides a safe space for HIV testing and support services, free from stigma.
13 September 2023
The RAJAH Community Centre provides a safe space for HIV testing and support services, free from stigma.
05 September 2023
Since we endorsed The Pleasure Project's Pleasure Principles last year, IPPF has committed to and delivered on number of pleasure-positive approaches including staff training and digital campaigning.
05 September 2023
Since we endorsed The Pleasure Project's Pleasure Principles last year, IPPF has committed to and delivered on number of pleasure-positive approaches including staff training and digital campaigning.
24 July 2023
There is no “right” or “wrong” way to transition, but for those that choose to undergo gender affirming care, including hormone therapy, here are some self-care tips to help you in your journey.
24 July 2023
There is no “right” or “wrong” way to transition, but for those that choose to undergo gender affirming care, including hormone therapy, here are some self-care tips to help you in your journey.
11 July 2023
The world’s population hit 8 billion last year, representing both increased challenges and opportunities associated with population growth and sexual and reproductive health and rights.
11 July 2023
The world’s population hit 8 billion last year, representing both increased challenges and opportunities associated with population growth and sexual and reproductive health and rights.
18 December 2023
Here we reflect on the mixed picture that was 2023, by sharing some of the highs and lows in areas including access to abortion care, sex workers' rights, LGBTIQ+ rights, gender equality and contraception.
18 December 2023
Here we reflect on the mixed picture that was 2023, by sharing some of the highs and lows in areas including access to abortion care, sex workers' rights, LGBTIQ+ rights, gender equality and contraception.
01 December 2023
The ‘Red-Carpet model’ is aimed at providing adolescents and young people with a VIP experience as they access quality youth-friendly services at the facility.
01 December 2023
The ‘Red-Carpet model’ is aimed at providing adolescents and young people with a VIP experience as they access quality youth-friendly services at the facility.
01 December 2023
Women's Resource Center is one of the few organisations offering emergency care with a feminist approach of empowerment to displaced women and girls living in shelters in Armenia.
01 December 2023
Women's Resource Center is one of the few organisations offering emergency care with a feminist approach of empowerment to displaced women and girls living in shelters in Armenia.
20 November 2023
While all eyes are rightfully on the dire situation in Gaza, Palestinians in the West Bank are also at risk when accessing sexual and reproductive health care.
20 November 2023
While all eyes are rightfully on the dire situation in Gaza, Palestinians in the West Bank are also at risk when accessing sexual and reproductive health care.
24 October 2023
Humanitarian crises are increasingly prevalent in this small island nation, and youth leaders stress the critical need for sexual and reproductive health and rights in both preparedness and response
24 October 2023
Humanitarian crises are increasingly prevalent in this small island nation, and youth leaders stress the critical need for sexual and reproductive health and rights in both preparedness and response
23 September 2023
Bisexuality is defined as the attraction to more than one gender. A bisexual person may feel equally attracted to multiple genders or they may feel more attracted to one gender. These feelings may change over time, and that is completely ok.
23 September 2023
Bisexuality is defined as the attraction to more than one gender. A bisexual person may feel equally attracted to multiple genders or they may feel more attracted to one gender. These feelings may change over time, and that is completely ok.
13 September 2023
The RAJAH Community Centre provides a safe space for HIV testing and support services, free from stigma.
13 September 2023
The RAJAH Community Centre provides a safe space for HIV testing and support services, free from stigma.
05 September 2023
Since we endorsed The Pleasure Project's Pleasure Principles last year, IPPF has committed to and delivered on number of pleasure-positive approaches including staff training and digital campaigning.
05 September 2023
Since we endorsed The Pleasure Project's Pleasure Principles last year, IPPF has committed to and delivered on number of pleasure-positive approaches including staff training and digital campaigning.
24 July 2023
There is no “right” or “wrong” way to transition, but for those that choose to undergo gender affirming care, including hormone therapy, here are some self-care tips to help you in your journey.
24 July 2023
There is no “right” or “wrong” way to transition, but for those that choose to undergo gender affirming care, including hormone therapy, here are some self-care tips to help you in your journey.
11 July 2023
The world’s population hit 8 billion last year, representing both increased challenges and opportunities associated with population growth and sexual and reproductive health and rights.
11 July 2023
The world’s population hit 8 billion last year, representing both increased challenges and opportunities associated with population growth and sexual and reproductive health and rights.
