Advocacy
Advocating for the inclusion of sexual and reproductive health in humanitarian settings and crisis-affected persons in global development agendas.
ADVOCATING FOR INCLUSION OF
sexual and reproductive health in policy, programming, and funding decisions.
sexual and reproductive health rights with decision-makers at all levels, including national and local leaders, donors, and health staff.
the hardest to reach populations in both humanitarian and development agendas.
Why it matters
Advocacy draws attention to the importance of SRHR in achieving humanitarian priorities. It draws attention to gaps and best practices and encourages decision-makers to allocate resources to SRHR.
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How We Work
Our work on this issue is led by the Advocacy and Accountability Sub-Working Group—a dedicated group of IAWG members who set the priorities and objectives for collective advocacy and advancing accountability of sexual and reproductive health services and rights in humanitarian settings. Learn about their current objectives, priorities, and latest work.
Advocacy Resources
Guiding Principles for Safe Abortion Care for Women and Girls in Crises
This one-pager lists the four guiding principles followed by the IAWG Safe Abortion Care Sub-Working Group.
Collateral Damage: The Overlooked Reproductive Health Crisis in Conflict Zones
Conflict-affected regions face severe reproductive health challenges that disproportionately impact adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) and children, who are especially vulnerable due to the breakdown of healthcare systems and limited access to essential services. This integrated approach provides actionable recommendations to improve the well-being of AGYW, children, and other vulnerable populations, fostering sustainable advancements in reproductive health outcomes.
IPPF: We Must Protect Critical Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) During Syria’s Transition
Amidst the fall of the Assad regime in early December, IPPF reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to supporting its Member Association, the Syrian Family Planning Association (SFPA), in providing essential SRHR services for all. SRHR services must continue because the need for family planning, maternal healthcare, and gender-based violence support does not diminish, even in the midst of conflict.
Innovative Strategies: Engaging Midwives in Climate Adaptation and Resilience
At a recent Wilson Center event titled, “Midwives Are Key to Climate Resilience,” speakers examined the role that midwives can play in building resilience to climate change. This article summarises key discussion points around harnessing the knowledge of midwives, particularly as their additional responsibilities require additional strategies, and notable recommendations to prepare for the next climate crisis.
Les obstacles à l’accès aux services de santé sexuelle et reproductive, de planification familiale et d’avortement sécurisé pour les personnes handicapées et les groupes vulnérables à Kinshasa, République démocratique du Congo
Options a mené une étude pour explorer les obstacles que les personnes handicapées et les groupes vulnérables rencontrent pour accéder aux services de santé sexuelle et reproductive, et le contexte dans lequel les services de SSR/PF sont offerts aux personnes handicapées. Cette note présente un résumé des principales conclusions de cette étude et des recommandations appropriées aux différents acteurs travaillant dans le secteur de la SSR/PF en RDC.