International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics

FIGO Committee on Fistula

The FIGO Committee on Fistula is one of a number of dedicated Committees established to implement the priorities of FIGO.

Aims & Ambitions of The FIGO Committee on Fistula

The aims of the Committee are:

• To co-ordinate effectively FIGO’s activities in the field of fistula treatment and preventionTo produce effective proposals for the possible expansion and enhancement of the invaluable work undertaken in the prevention and treatment of fistula

• To produce effective proposals for the possible expansion and enhancement of the invaluable work undertaken in the prevention and treatment of fistula

• To co-ordinate the production of a competency-based training manual aimed at trainers and individual practitioners in low- and middle-income countries

• To continue liaison with UNFPA and others on the establishment of training centres and dedicated fistula hospitals in Africa and elsewhere

• To work with allied organisations – including UNFPA – on projects devoted to the prevention and treatment of fistula

• To monitor and evaluate third-party projects supported currently or in the future by FIGO

• Unless there is a valid reason for not doing so, to involve FIGO member societies where relevant in the activities proposed for their countries

• To recommend ways in which FIGO and its constituent societies can collaborate with national governments and other organisations to reduce unacceptably high levels of fistula in their countries. This should include, where appropriate, collaboration with member societies in countries with a high incidence and/or expertise in fistula

• The Committee should encourage and coordinate South to South collaboration where relevant and appropriate

In  addition to the specific aims and objectives outlined, the Committee is encouraged to formulate additional proposals for the Officers and Executive Board to consider. To co-ordinate effectively FIGO’s activities in the field of fistula treatment and prevention

• Constitution & Bye-laws
• Executive Board
• Member Societies
• Committees & Working Groups
• FIGO secretariat