Topic: Research
October 25, 2024

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.

Two women converse outside a small stone building. One is seated, wearing a red shawl and green headscarf. The other crouches, wearing a blue scarf and orange cap. A man in the background uses a phone. Lush greenery surrounds them.
October 16, 2024

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.

May 10, 2024

Research from around the world shows that the ability to decide when and whether to have another child helps mothers take better care of themselves and the children they already have.

March 14, 2024

Training mid-level providers to offer medical abortion services after 12 weeks of pregnancy independently of physicians is feasible—and results in comparable clinical outcomes.

Colorful illustration of six diverse people raising their hands together toward a banner that says "Comprehensive Sexual Education" with a heart symbol in the middle. The individuals appear happy and unified in their support for sexual education.
June 28, 2023

New research from Ipas and Political Research Associates finds that bisexual and pansexual young people feel vastly underserved by comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) programs—but they also have many recommendations for how to improve the situation.

Community advisory group
January 11, 2023

Research has long shown that women and girls who experience gender-based violence at the hands of their husbands or sexual partners often experience poor reproductive health and unintended pregnancy. This issue is heightened in humanitarian settings, where women and girls are at increased risk of sexual and gender-based violence.

June 22, 2022

There are more refugees and displaced people than ever before—more than 100 million according to current estimates. While it is often believed that abortion care is not a priority need in refugee camps and other humanitarian settings, a study from the Central African Republic (CAR) adds to the growing body of evidence that it is.