Ipas Africa Alliance

Every year, #16DaysofActivism global campaign calls for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and children. This year’s theme is “Every 10 minutes, a woman is killed. #NoExcuse. UNiTE to End Violence against Women." This theme shines a spotlight on the alarming escalation of violence against women and the urgent need for accountability and action. 🛑 Nearly 1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime. 🛑 1 in 4 adolescent girls faces abuse from their partners. 🛑 For thousands of women, the cycle of violence ends tragically—with their murder by partners or family members. Femicide, the intentional killing of women and girls because of their gender, is the most brutal and visible manifestation of gender-based violence. 👉 Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented. There is #NoExcuse for violence. Join us to day on our Webinar on the CTS Nexus. Register here https://lnkd.in/dZrUz9bS to begin the conversation. During these 16 Days of Activism let us speak out, advocate, and take action. Together, we can make a difference and create a world free from violence. #16DaysOfActivism #EndGBV #UNiTE #NoExcuse

Ipas recognizes child marriage, teenage pregnancy and school dropout (known as the “CTS nexus”) as an important framework for expanding reproductive justice for young people. That’s why we work with young people to develop holistic approaches that empower them to take the lead and improve youth access to sexual and reproductive health information and care in their communities. Join us for a solutions-focused conversation to kick off this year’s international 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign.  We’ll focus on three interrelated factors—child marriage, teenage pregnancy and school dropout—that frequently deny young people the right to make their own informed decisions about their sexual and reproductive health. Presenters from around the world will discuss how these three factors constitute gender-based violence due to the great harm they cause young women and girls. Featuring Ipas, Oxfam, Planned Parenthood Global The Make Way Alliance, Go Fund a Girl Child, among others. Register Here: https://lnkd.in/dZrUz9bS Women's Global Network for Reproductive Rights (WGNRR) WGNRR - Africa CEHURD Uganda Reproductive Health Network Kenya Center for Reproductive Rights Gender Is My Agenda Campaign - GIMAC Network Collaborative Centre for Gender and Development Lwala Community Alliance IPPF Africa Region Pathways Policy Institute (PPI) SDGs Kenya Forum AMREF White Ribbon Alliance Kenya Drawing Dreams Initiative AlignMNH CYAN Kenya Youth Changers Kenya Youth Empowerment Movement Kenya (YEMKenya) Youth Empowerment Movement Kenya (YEMKenya) KELIN United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)

Ipas, in collaboration with stakeholders, is breaking barriers and reshaping narratives, standing united against the SRHR challenges that persist in our communities, including the fight to end unsafe abortion practices. The work we do goes beyond numbers—it’s about real lives saved and renewed futures. Each partnership we build and each story shared moves us closer to a safer, healthier, and more resilient tomorrow. Join us in celebrating the transformative impact of these efforts and the lasting change we’re creating, one life at a time. Discover the IMPACT of the MASU Project implemented by Ipas Africa Alliance. #EndUnsafeAbortion #StoriesOfChange #EmpoweredFutures #BreakTheBarriers Reproductive Health Network Kenya Center for Reproductive Rights Reproductive Health Supplies Coalition IPPF Africa Region FHI 360 United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Girls Not Brides: The Global Partnership to End Child Marriage Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc.Community Voices Network Population Services International Jhpiego CEHURD Uganda Pathfinder International Ipas DKT International Marie Stopes International AlignMNH Ministry of Health - Uganda Reproductive Health Uganda Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) Alliance Kenya Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) Alliance Kenya Uganda Global Fund for Women Planned Parenthood Global ASHWA Access to Medicines Platform Kenya World Health Organization Trust for Indigenous Culture and Health (TICAH) A Kenyan initiative that is transforming the delivery of medical abortion services - Ipas

As the US election unfolds, it’s a reminder of the interconnectedness of our world and the importance of addressing critical issues on a global scale. Ipas Africa Alliance has been instrumental in the development of this important article, which emphasizes our collective responsibility in advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) across Africa. I invite you to read, engage, and share your insights as we continue to champion #SRHR for all. IPPF Africa Region FHI 360 United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Reach A Hand Uganda Reproductive Health Network Kenya Center for Reproductive Rights Girls Not Brides: The Global Partnership to End Child Marriage Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. Pathways Policy Institute (PPI) Lwala Community Alliance Community Voices Network Population Services International Jhpiego CEHURD Uganda Pathfinder International Ipas DKT International #NASMEC Marie Stopes International AlignMNH Ministry of Health - Uganda Reproductive Health Uganda Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) Alliance Uganda Global Fund for Women Planned Parenthood Global ASHWA Access to Medicines Platform Kenya World Health Organization https://lnkd.in/darxtDfE

On the last day of the just concluded Safe Motherhood Conference in Uganda, Ipas hosted a powerful session on Post Abortion Care (PAC), sharing insights, best practices, and solutions for overcoming barriers to care. Key highlights included: Training & Attitude: Integrating PAC training with values clarification (VCAT) to build supportive attitudes. Guideline Adoption: Emphasizing 2022–2023 national guidelines for PAC and self-care. Task Shifting & Stock Management: Training nurses on PAC procedures to increase access and addressing stock-outs of essential supplies. Digitalized Reporting: Reducing stigma and enhancing data quality. We also celebrated the launch of the National Guideline on Self-Care Interventions for Health and Well-being, promoting SRHR and bodily autonomy for women and girls. Ipas Africa Alliance appreciates all stakeholders for advancing PAC access and advocacy! FHI 360 United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. Population Services International Jhpiego CEHURD Uganda Pathfinder International Ipas DKT International #NASMEC Marie Stopes International AlignMNH Ministry of Health - Uganda #SafeMotherhood #RMNCAH #ReproductiveJustice #MaternalHealth #HealthSystems #PartnersForReproductiveJustice #PublicHealth #UgandaHealth

Ipas Africa Alliance honored to participate in the Global Health Practitioner Conference 2024 in Nairobi under the theme, Healthy Communities: Sustainable Environments. This gathering brings together leaders and stakeholders to discuss equitable, innovative solutions at the intersection of community health and climate resilience, with a focus on strengthening primary health care, advancing quality programs, and shaping impactful policy. We're also proud to be represented by our partner PACIDA, as Abdiah Lalaikipian presents our collaborative research from Samburu County. The accepted abstract, "Impacts of the Climate Crisis on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Resilience of Communities and Health Systems: Research Findings and Programmatic Lessons from a Multi-Sectoral Partnership Advancing Climate Justice in Samburu, Kenya," highlights the urgent intersections of climate and health and the need for integrated, multi-sectoral approaches. Ipas is dedicated to advancing climate justice and strengthening community health resilience by connecting climate action with sexual and reproductive health and rights. #GlobalHealth #ClimateJustice #PrimaryHealthCare Population Services International #GlobaHealthConnect Living Goods Save the Children International World Vision Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) Alliance Kenya Global Communities Anu Kumar

Day1: We are honored to announce our role in co-hosting the 4th Annual Safe Motherhood Conference, a highly impactful scientific forum organized by Ministry of Health - Uganda and key partners. This year, we’ve gathered over 600 leading stakeholders in maternal and newborn care to drive an urgent, unified response to Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) issues across Uganda. Rooted in core pillars—leadership and governance, financing mechanisms, health systems, and workforce development—Ipas Africa Alliance is proud to add the Reproductive Justice lens to this conversation. We’re tackling the systemic issues behind preventable maternal deaths, from teenage pregnancies to unsafe practices and restricted access to contraception. Our mission is clear: to ensure health providers are well-equipped with the right tools, knowledge, and training to deliver comprehensive reproductive health services while promoting an environment free of stigma and judgment. #SafeMotherhood #RMNCAH #ReproductiveJustice #MaternalHealth #NewbornCare #HealthSystems #ReproductiveRights #PublicHealth #UgandaHealth FHI 360 United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. Population Services International Jhpiego CEHURD Uganda Pathfinder International Ipas DKT International #NASMEC Marie Stopes International AlignMNH

At the recent National Consultative Forum on Digital Solutions for Future-proofing ICPD beyond 2030, organized by the National Council for Population and Development with support from the Alliance, key stakeholders came together to assess progress and explore innovative strategies to drive the ICPD Programme of Action (PoA) goals forward. Marking nearly three decades since the 1994 ICPD Cairo and five years post the Nairobi Summit, the forum highlighted five critical themes: Demographic Diversity, Population Data Systems, Digital Future-proofing, Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH), and the Climate Crisis. In collaboration with #AskNivi, Ipas Africa Alliance presented digital tools focused on supporting post-pregnancy contraceptive uptake and utilizing AI and behavioral science to empower individuals in achieving their health aspirations. The event fostered valuable exchanges with stakeholders like Reproductive Health Network Kenya, Marie Stopes Kenya, PS Kenya, Girl Effect, and United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), all working towards scalable solutions in education, food security, health, and climate adaptation. Ipas is contributing towards shaping a future where technology accelerates change - in Reproductive Health #ICPD30 #SRH #DigitalInnovation #SustainableFuture Anu Kumar Steve Biko Sigu Carolyne Odhiambo - MPRSK Jackline Cheruiyot

#MyBody, #MyDignity, #MyIntegrity Shifting gender norms that perpetuate early Sexual debut and access to reproductive health service. Last week Steve Jumah Our ED and Programs Lead among other grantees supported by @IpasOrg attended a close out exchange workshop.

Ipas Africa Alliance is honored to participate in the 81st ordinary session of The African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights (ACHPR). As part of the session, we convened and moderated a side event celebrating 25 years of the Special Rapporteur mandate and 30 years of Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Women in Africa (SRRWA). We delivered a statement on the impact of anti-rights movements on SRHR access, particularly safe abortion, and emphasized the importance of CSE in this year’s AU theme: Educating an African fit for the 21st Century. We also convened a special session that was graced by former Special Rapporteurs who recognized Ipas Africa Alliance for its pivotal role in destigmatizing SRHR and abortion at the Commission. They also acknowledged our contributions in building Commissioner capacities, supporting mandate engagements, and providing technical support to advance the rights of women and girls across the continent. We invite you to join us in supporting #SRHR policies and advocating for a future where every woman and girl has access to the care and education they deserve. Let's work together to advance the rights of women and girls! #CPTA #HumanRights #ACHPRatWork #Agenda2063 #TheAfricaWeWant #Partners4ReporoductiveJustice Center for Reproductive Rights CEHURD Uganda Women's Global Network for Reproductive Rights (WGNRR) WGNRR - Africa IPPF Africa Region Anu Kumar Ipas