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
14 September 2018
Condoms, both internal and external, remain the only contraceptive method that can also protect against sexually transmitted infections, including HIV.
14 September 2018
Condoms, both internal and external, remain the only contraceptive method that can also protect against sexually transmitted infections, including HIV.
20 August 2018
In India, lack of awareness of cancer as a treatable disease remains low, and women's access to screening and treatment services is limited.
20 August 2018
In India, lack of awareness of cancer as a treatable disease remains low, and women's access to screening and treatment services is limited.
20 August 2018
Addressing cervical cancer is a core part of the mandate of IPPF and for years, we have dedicated our efforts and resources to support our Member Associations in improving and increasing their efforts to address cervical cancer prevention and treatment throughout the world.
20 August 2018
Addressing cervical cancer is a core part of the mandate of IPPF and for years, we have dedicated our efforts and resources to support our Member Associations in improving and increasing their efforts to address cervical cancer prevention and treatment throughout the world.
10 August 2018
All around the world, young people are leading the way for important change by improving their communities in their own unique, brilliant ways. These are just a few of their remarkable stories.
10 August 2018
All around the world, young people are leading the way for important change by improving their communities in their own unique, brilliant ways. These are just a few of their remarkable stories.
06 August 2018
For 50 years, the Planned Parenthood Association of Zambia (PPAZ) has provided sexual and reproductive health care, including contraception, safe abortion, HIV treatment. The reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule by the US administration has forced the organisation to shut down life-saving services to key populations.
06 August 2018
For 50 years, the Planned Parenthood Association of Zambia (PPAZ) has provided sexual and reproductive health care, including contraception, safe abortion, HIV treatment. The reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule by the US administration has forced the organisation to shut down life-saving services to key populations.
02 August 2018
Norma Yeeting, Executive Director of Kiribati Family Health Association, has been presented with a presitigious award to recognise her service to advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights.
02 August 2018
Norma Yeeting, Executive Director of Kiribati Family Health Association, has been presented with a presitigious award to recognise her service to advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights.
24 July 2018
The Botswana Family Welfare Association (BOFWA) has been providing sexual and reproductive health care since 1988. Yet, since the Global Gag Rule was reintroduced in January 2017, this vital care and support for local communities can no longer continue due to loss of funding.
24 July 2018
The Botswana Family Welfare Association (BOFWA) has been providing sexual and reproductive health care since 1988. Yet, since the Global Gag Rule was reintroduced in January 2017, this vital care and support for local communities can no longer continue due to loss of funding.
12 July 2018
For 30 years, Project Street Beat’s mobile medical unit has been working on the streets of New York, travelling to some of its most deprived zip codes offering everything from HIV testing to emergency contraception and a slew of services that have evolved to keep up with changing needs.
12 July 2018
For 30 years, Project Street Beat’s mobile medical unit has been working on the streets of New York, travelling to some of its most deprived zip codes offering everything from HIV testing to emergency contraception and a slew of services that have evolved to keep up with changing needs.
04 July 2018
In a crowded classroom on a Saturday morning, almost 50 nurses gather to learn about detecting and responding to gender-based violence in emergencies. They will all be part of various emergency outreach teams in Tonga.
04 July 2018
In a crowded classroom on a Saturday morning, almost 50 nurses gather to learn about detecting and responding to gender-based violence in emergencies. They will all be part of various emergency outreach teams in Tonga.
03 July 2018
Tongan IPPF youth campaigner Joshua Sefesi has been presented with a prestigious Queen’s Young Leaders Award at Buckingham Palace for the transformative work he is doing to raise awareness of sexual reproductive health and women’s rights in his community.
03 July 2018
Tongan IPPF youth campaigner Joshua Sefesi has been presented with a prestigious Queen’s Young Leaders Award at Buckingham Palace for the transformative work he is doing to raise awareness of sexual reproductive health and women’s rights in his community.
14 September 2018
Condoms, both internal and external, remain the only contraceptive method that can also protect against sexually transmitted infections, including HIV.
14 September 2018
Condoms, both internal and external, remain the only contraceptive method that can also protect against sexually transmitted infections, including HIV.
20 August 2018
In India, lack of awareness of cancer as a treatable disease remains low, and women's access to screening and treatment services is limited.
20 August 2018
In India, lack of awareness of cancer as a treatable disease remains low, and women's access to screening and treatment services is limited.
20 August 2018
Addressing cervical cancer is a core part of the mandate of IPPF and for years, we have dedicated our efforts and resources to support our Member Associations in improving and increasing their efforts to address cervical cancer prevention and treatment throughout the world.
20 August 2018
Addressing cervical cancer is a core part of the mandate of IPPF and for years, we have dedicated our efforts and resources to support our Member Associations in improving and increasing their efforts to address cervical cancer prevention and treatment throughout the world.
10 August 2018
All around the world, young people are leading the way for important change by improving their communities in their own unique, brilliant ways. These are just a few of their remarkable stories.
10 August 2018
All around the world, young people are leading the way for important change by improving their communities in their own unique, brilliant ways. These are just a few of their remarkable stories.
06 August 2018
For 50 years, the Planned Parenthood Association of Zambia (PPAZ) has provided sexual and reproductive health care, including contraception, safe abortion, HIV treatment. The reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule by the US administration has forced the organisation to shut down life-saving services to key populations.
06 August 2018
For 50 years, the Planned Parenthood Association of Zambia (PPAZ) has provided sexual and reproductive health care, including contraception, safe abortion, HIV treatment. The reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule by the US administration has forced the organisation to shut down life-saving services to key populations.
02 August 2018
Norma Yeeting, Executive Director of Kiribati Family Health Association, has been presented with a presitigious award to recognise her service to advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights.
02 August 2018
Norma Yeeting, Executive Director of Kiribati Family Health Association, has been presented with a presitigious award to recognise her service to advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights.
24 July 2018
The Botswana Family Welfare Association (BOFWA) has been providing sexual and reproductive health care since 1988. Yet, since the Global Gag Rule was reintroduced in January 2017, this vital care and support for local communities can no longer continue due to loss of funding.
24 July 2018
The Botswana Family Welfare Association (BOFWA) has been providing sexual and reproductive health care since 1988. Yet, since the Global Gag Rule was reintroduced in January 2017, this vital care and support for local communities can no longer continue due to loss of funding.
12 July 2018
For 30 years, Project Street Beat’s mobile medical unit has been working on the streets of New York, travelling to some of its most deprived zip codes offering everything from HIV testing to emergency contraception and a slew of services that have evolved to keep up with changing needs.
12 July 2018
For 30 years, Project Street Beat’s mobile medical unit has been working on the streets of New York, travelling to some of its most deprived zip codes offering everything from HIV testing to emergency contraception and a slew of services that have evolved to keep up with changing needs.
04 July 2018
In a crowded classroom on a Saturday morning, almost 50 nurses gather to learn about detecting and responding to gender-based violence in emergencies. They will all be part of various emergency outreach teams in Tonga.
04 July 2018
In a crowded classroom on a Saturday morning, almost 50 nurses gather to learn about detecting and responding to gender-based violence in emergencies. They will all be part of various emergency outreach teams in Tonga.
03 July 2018
Tongan IPPF youth campaigner Joshua Sefesi has been presented with a prestigious Queen’s Young Leaders Award at Buckingham Palace for the transformative work he is doing to raise awareness of sexual reproductive health and women’s rights in his community.
03 July 2018
Tongan IPPF youth campaigner Joshua Sefesi has been presented with a prestigious Queen’s Young Leaders Award at Buckingham Palace for the transformative work he is doing to raise awareness of sexual reproductive health and women’s rights in his community.
