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Blogs

Blogs

Latest blogs from IPPF

Latest Blogs

A selection of blogs from across the Federation

Members of the LGBTQI+ community walk towards the camera in Colombia. They are happy and holding their hands in the air.
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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.

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. 

22 July 2021

Like many of our Member Associations, Planned Parenthood Association of Zambia (PPAZ), acted swiftly in March 2020 to develop a new and efficient strategic approach to healthcare delivery for its clients. PPAZ introduced an initiative that, for the first time, offered self-managed contraceptive care to women and young people.

22 July 2021

Like many of our Member Associations, Planned Parenthood Association of Zambia (PPAZ), acted swiftly in March 2020 to develop a new and efficient strategic approach to healthcare delivery for its clients. PPAZ introduced an initiative that, for the first time, offered self-managed contraceptive care to women and young people.

20 July 2021

Self-care is sometimes more frequently associated with mental health, but it can also play a big role towards improving physical health and wellbeing too. 

20 July 2021

Self-care is sometimes more frequently associated with mental health, but it can also play a big role towards improving physical health and wellbeing too. 

20 July 2021

Whether you’re considering preventing an unintended pregnancy, or thinking about fertility care, contraception is an important topic for many people. 

20 July 2021

Whether you’re considering preventing an unintended pregnancy, or thinking about fertility care, contraception is an important topic for many people. 

20 July 2021

Abortion self-care usually includes the self-administration of medical abortion but could also mean self-management of other aspects of the abortion process, such as the post-abortion care.

20 July 2021

Abortion self-care usually includes the self-administration of medical abortion but could also mean self-management of other aspects of the abortion process, such as the post-abortion care.

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. 

22 July 2021

Like many of our Member Associations, Planned Parenthood Association of Zambia (PPAZ), acted swiftly in March 2020 to develop a new and efficient strategic approach to healthcare delivery for its clients. PPAZ introduced an initiative that, for the first time, offered self-managed contraceptive care to women and young people.

22 July 2021

Like many of our Member Associations, Planned Parenthood Association of Zambia (PPAZ), acted swiftly in March 2020 to develop a new and efficient strategic approach to healthcare delivery for its clients. PPAZ introduced an initiative that, for the first time, offered self-managed contraceptive care to women and young people.

20 July 2021

Self-care is sometimes more frequently associated with mental health, but it can also play a big role towards improving physical health and wellbeing too. 

20 July 2021

Self-care is sometimes more frequently associated with mental health, but it can also play a big role towards improving physical health and wellbeing too. 

20 July 2021

Whether you’re considering preventing an unintended pregnancy, or thinking about fertility care, contraception is an important topic for many people. 

20 July 2021

Whether you’re considering preventing an unintended pregnancy, or thinking about fertility care, contraception is an important topic for many people. 

20 July 2021

Abortion self-care usually includes the self-administration of medical abortion but could also mean self-management of other aspects of the abortion process, such as the post-abortion care.

20 July 2021

Abortion self-care usually includes the self-administration of medical abortion but could also mean self-management of other aspects of the abortion process, such as the post-abortion care.