Ipas DRC work crisis settings

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The Ipas Impact Network works globally to advance reproductive justice by expanding access to abortion and contraception.

All people have the right to make fundamental decisions about their own bodies and health. That’s why we work with partners across Africa, Asia and the Americas to ensure that reproductive health services, including abortion and contraception, are available and accessible to all.

A comprehensive approach

Guaranteeing the right to abortion isn’t enough. We know that economic, cultural, religious, and systemic barriers prevent many people from accessing abortion care even where it’s legal and available.

Our solution: We work across institutions and communities to build sustainable abortion ecosystems. In such an ecosystem, people have the information they need to make decisions about reproductive health, there’s community and health-system support for human rights and abortion access, and laws and policies support full bodily autonomy.

We work for a more just world—and we work in a way that upholds our values.

We are a locally led, globally connected network, and we pay attention to equity, power and accountability in all aspects of how we work.

Learn about how we practice shared leadership.

First ever global standard for measuring the quality of abortion services in low- and middle-income countries

Despite advancements in safe abortion care around the world, the playing field is far from level. Some people have easy access to quality care, while others face significant barriers.

Climate change and its silent impact on sexual and reproductive health in Nepal

Amidst the majestic peaks of the Himalayas, Nepal faces a dual reality: breathtaking landscapes and formidable environmental challenges. Research by Ipas Nepal shows that beyond the snow-capped summits and lush valleys lies a quieter battle—one that adversely affects women’s health and rights.

Strengthening sisterhood: Promoting justice by deconstructing religious gender norms in Indonesia

There has been considerable progress in gender equality in Indonesia, yet significant challenges remain that impede women from reaching their full potential. The situation is complex, shaped by numerous factors, including culture and religion.

Advancing contraceptive care services in Ethiopia

Ipas Ethiopia is a regional leader in connecting women and girls with reproductive health care.

Resolution supporting abortion as a human right introduced in U.S. Congress

A resolution condemning the criminalization of abortion in the United States and urging governments at all levels—federal, state and local—to uphold abortion as a human right was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on September 24 with tremendous support—96 original co-sponsors.

Ipas IDF’s project helps youth make better decisions about contraception

One of our latest projects helps young people make informed decisions about contraception and focuses on couples in the states of Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan who have either no children or one child.

Dialogue with sex workers in DRC raises awareness of sexual and reproductive health and rights

Poverty, prostitution, insecurity, and precarious living conditions are the hallmarks of the Pakadjuma neighborhood in Kinshasa. The insecurity in this neighborhood is compounded by extreme poverty, pushing many women to engage in survival activities, often at the expense of their health.

Our impact in 2023

We helped health systems expand abortion access

access points supported by Ipas

At Ipas-supported health facilities:

people received abortion services across 25 countries

people received contraception