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From St Nizier to Today: 50 Years of Sex Worker Resistance and Solidarity
Today, exactly 50 years since the St Nizier occupation, IPPF continues to stand in solidarity with sex workers of all genders who stand up and fight for their rights.
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From St Nizier to Today: 50 Years of Sex Worker Resistance and Solidarity
On the 2 June 1975, 100 women occupied the Church of St Nizier in the centre of Lyon, France’s second biggest city.
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May 17: Global Day Celebrates Sexual and Gender Diversities amid Rising Backlash Worldwide
Events will happen in countries worldwide under the theme “The power of communities
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IPPF announces the launch of the call for applications for the post of Director General
26 February 2025: IPPF is now accepting applications for the position of Director General (DG), as part of a planned leadership transition.
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IPPF Statement on the Passing of Dr Hernán Sanhueza
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr Hernán Sanhueza, a dedicated leader in the global fight for sexual and reproductive health and rights.
Yemen, Lebanon
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The Government of Japan awards USD1.65 million to IPPF to support communities affected by crises in Afghanistan, Lebanon, and Yemen.
With support from the FY2024 Supplementary Budget received from the Government of Japan, the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) Member Associations will initiate humanitarian activi
United States
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Harmful and stigmatising: Trump signs an order restricting gender-affirming care for minors
Since his inauguration, Donald Trump has conducted a vicious and calculated assault on trans and nonbinary people.
United States
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IPPF, ILGA World, and Amnesty International: Fighting Back Against Trump Administration's Anti-Rights Agenda
The new President of the United States is now unveiling his plan to dismantle progress and implement a violent and discriminatory society, all of which have been designed to reverse human r
Malawi
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Our Statement on the Reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule
On 24 January 2025, President Trump signed an executive order reinstating the Global Gag Rule (GGR).
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| 10 July 2024
IPPF Achieves Very High Performer Status in Global Health 50/50 Gender and Health Index 2024
IPPF is thrilled to announce that the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) has been recognized as a Very High Performer in the 2024 Global Health 50/50 Gender and Health Index! This prestigious designation, coupled with our classification as a Consistently Strong Performer in trend performance, reflects IPPF's unwavering commitment to achieving gender equality. Transparency, strong governance with gender parity, and actively closing the gender pay gap are all cornerstones of our mission as a feminist organization. This recognition by Global Health 50/50 validates our ongoing efforts to create a truly equitable environment, both internally and within the global health landscape. Professors Sarah Hawkes and Kent Buse, Co-CEOs of Global Health 50/50, acknowledged IPPF's leadership, stating, “Global Health 50/50 is pleased to recognise International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) as a Very High Performer in our 2024 Report, 'Gaining Ground?'. We hope that International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)'s efforts to advance equality and diversity inspires others. We look to them to continue to push this hard won progress forward for the people working in global health and around the world." We are inspired by their words and committed to furthering this progress for the benefit of our staff and the communities we serve worldwide. Read the report here.
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| 10 July 2024
IPPF Achieves Very High Performer Status in Global Health 50/50 Gender and Health Index 2024
IPPF is thrilled to announce that the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) has been recognized as a Very High Performer in the 2024 Global Health 50/50 Gender and Health Index! This prestigious designation, coupled with our classification as a Consistently Strong Performer in trend performance, reflects IPPF's unwavering commitment to achieving gender equality. Transparency, strong governance with gender parity, and actively closing the gender pay gap are all cornerstones of our mission as a feminist organization. This recognition by Global Health 50/50 validates our ongoing efforts to create a truly equitable environment, both internally and within the global health landscape. Professors Sarah Hawkes and Kent Buse, Co-CEOs of Global Health 50/50, acknowledged IPPF's leadership, stating, “Global Health 50/50 is pleased to recognise International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) as a Very High Performer in our 2024 Report, 'Gaining Ground?'. We hope that International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)'s efforts to advance equality and diversity inspires others. We look to them to continue to push this hard won progress forward for the people working in global health and around the world." We are inspired by their words and committed to furthering this progress for the benefit of our staff and the communities we serve worldwide. Read the report here.
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| 10 July 2024
IPPF Achieves Very High Performer Status in Global Health 50/50 Gender and Health Index 2024
IPPF is thrilled to announce that the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) has been recognized as a Very High Performer in the 2024 Global Health 50/50 Gender and Health Index! This prestigious designation, coupled with our classification as a Consistently Strong Performer in trend performance, reflects IPPF's unwavering commitment to achieving gender equality. Transparency, strong governance with gender parity, and actively closing the gender pay gap are all cornerstones of our mission as a feminist organization. This recognition by Global Health 50/50 validates our ongoing efforts to create a truly equitable environment, both internally and within the global health landscape. Professors Sarah Hawkes and Kent Buse, Co-CEOs of Global Health 50/50, acknowledged IPPF's leadership, stating, “Global Health 50/50 is pleased to recognise International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) as a Very High Performer in our 2024 Report, 'Gaining Ground?'. We hope that International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)'s efforts to advance equality and diversity inspires others. We look to them to continue to push this hard won progress forward for the people working in global health and around the world." We are inspired by their words and committed to furthering this progress for the benefit of our staff and the communities we serve worldwide. Read the report here.
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| 10 July 2024
IPPF Achieves Very High Performer Status in Global Health 50/50 Gender and Health Index 2024
IPPF is thrilled to announce that the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) has been recognized as a Very High Performer in the 2024 Global Health 50/50 Gender and Health Index! This prestigious designation, coupled with our classification as a Consistently Strong Performer in trend performance, reflects IPPF's unwavering commitment to achieving gender equality. Transparency, strong governance with gender parity, and actively closing the gender pay gap are all cornerstones of our mission as a feminist organization. This recognition by Global Health 50/50 validates our ongoing efforts to create a truly equitable environment, both internally and within the global health landscape. Professors Sarah Hawkes and Kent Buse, Co-CEOs of Global Health 50/50, acknowledged IPPF's leadership, stating, “Global Health 50/50 is pleased to recognise International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) as a Very High Performer in our 2024 Report, 'Gaining Ground?'. We hope that International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)'s efforts to advance equality and diversity inspires others. We look to them to continue to push this hard won progress forward for the people working in global health and around the world." We are inspired by their words and committed to furthering this progress for the benefit of our staff and the communities we serve worldwide. Read the report here.
