Oct 1, 2025
Ipas’s SMA research in Cambodia and Ghana provides insights into women’s uptake of post-abortion contraception from pharmacists versus clinics. Results showed that although the rates of contraceptive use were the same between women who got abortion pills from a pharmacy versus a clinic, pharmacy clients were more likely to use a less effective method, and contraceptive information and options were more readily offered by clinics, indicating a need for supporting pharmacies in providing more information and effective methods at the time of SMA purchase.
Sep 30, 2025
A mixed-methods study assesses whether respondent-driven sampling can be used to feasibly recruit participants with recent abortion experiences in humanitarian contexts, offering practical guidance for researchers working in hard-to-reach settings.
Sep 1, 2025
The authors propose improved survey questions about when and how people realize they are pregnant, including response options that capture physical signs, practical constraints, and emotional factors. Better measurement of pregnancy recognition can help explain why people seek care when they do, including abortion care.
Aug 31, 2025
Using data from Cambodia and Ghana, Ipas authors compare the SMA information and counseling provided by pharmacists to women with that provided by a health provider at a clinic. While pharmacists and clinic-based providers focused on different aspects of SMA counseling, results indicate that both cadres would benefit from training to ensure their clients receive the best information and counseling possible.
Aug 24, 2025
This publication documents the journey of the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights and Climate Justice Coalition, co-founded by Ipas. The coalition connects more than 100 organizations working to build evidence, challenge harmful narratives, and champion locally led solutions rooted in autonomy and rights.
