Welcome to IPPF

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IPPF South Asia Regional Office (SARO) is one of the six regional networks of International Planned Parenthood Federation. In the region, we work in nine countries – Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Iran, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka through the Member Associations (MA) -- IPPF accredited organizations-- and collaborative partner. We advocate with governments to ensure they fulfil their commitments towards sexual reproductive and health rights for all. We along with our volunteers and the Member Associations work to bring to life our vision: From choice, a world of possibilities.

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About IPPF South Asia Regional Office

IPPF South Asia Regional Office (SARO) is one of the six regional networks of International Planned Parenthood Federation. In the region, we work in nine countries – Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Iran, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka through the Member Associations (MA) -- IPPF accredited organizations-- and collaborative partner.
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cyclone amphan

Blog

Delivering sexual and reproductive care to communities affected by Cyclone Amphan in India

In May 2020, Cyclone Amphan hit the eastern Indian state of India -- West Bengal-- the strongest storm in over a decade. At least 86 people died in the state ...
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India abortion rights

News

18 March 2021

India becomes a leading advocate for abortion rights in South Asia region

India becomes a leading advocate for abortion rights in South Asia region The passage of Medical Abortion of Termination (Amendment) Bill 2020 in the upper house of Indian parliament is ...
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Resource

29 September 2020

What does IPPF Humanitarian dignity kit include?

IPPF’s Strategic Framework 2016-2022 commits the organisation to lead a locally-owned globally connected movement that provides and enables services, and champions sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all ...
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Resource

29 September 2020

Early & forced marriage in Nepal

Date: 15 November 2012 Early and forced marriage has terrible consequences for girls and young women. This film follows the story of Ashmita in Nepal, who is a survivor of ...
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Resource

4 December 2020

Understanding abortion, a visual resource

This resource aims to fill a gap in communication, reducing literacy and language barriers around abortion messaging. It can be used with a range of different audiences, including people with ...
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syeda nasrin

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Fighting for Abortion Rights in Bangladesh: Interview with lawyer Syeda Nasrin

Meet Syeda Nasrin, Bangladeshi Supreme Court lawyer, who is determined to legalize abortion in her country. Unfazed by the threats, she is committed to ensure abortion is recognized as a ...
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15 March 2021

IPPF recognized by the 2021 Global Health 50/50 Report for its commitment to gender equality

The International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) has been recognized as one of the top-performing global health organizations for its commitment to putting gender equality into practice by the 2021 Global ...
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