FIGO is a professional organisation that brings together obstetrical and gynecological associations from throughout 132 countries.

Catch up on our latest news relating to the improvement of women’s health and rights, including the reduction of disparities in healthcare available to women and newborns.

13/08/2020

ASAP Project: Transforming COVID-19 Into an Opportunity

FIGO’s Advocating for Safe Abortion Project (ASAP) - celebrating achievements and transforming COVID-19 into an opportunity.  Since its inception in April 2019,…
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14/05/2020

COVID-19 lockdowns leading to a rise in violence against women and girls

While the spread of COVID-19 is indiscriminate, mounting evidence has revealed that COVID-19 has further compounded existing inequalities putting already marginalised…
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