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Resource Allocation – Survey on Stream 1

Redstone, the consulting firm contracted to lead the development of a new process and formula for funding allocations under Stream 1, has conducted initial research and is keen to hear directly from Member Associations about your priorities and concerns. To that end, we have just launched a survey designed by Redstone where you can share […]

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MA Governance Pilot Update and Expansion

The global pilot initiative was announced on 1 April 2020, offering the opportunity to 10 MAs across our Federation to participate in an in-depth reflection and governance strengthening process. It was amazing to hear your excitement about this initiative during our Town Hall call with Alvaro and Kate, and through the many emails we have received on […]

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We have changed. For choice. By choice.

Dear Volunteers, Youth and Executive Directors, I wanted to let you all know as soon as possible that at its meeting, the Governing Council approved historic changes to transform IPPF into a more member-led, transparent, and accountable Federation. It puts us in position to respond with the greatest agility to the needs of women, girls […]

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A Message from IPPF’s Donors

In the lead up to the Governing Council meeting, IPPF’s donors sent a letter to IPPF’s Director-General and President urging IPPF to stay on track in implementing the governance reforms agreed in New Delhi. While recognizing the unprecedented circumstances and challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, and their continued support of IPPF’s mission, the donors […]

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BoT and NGC Recruitment update

Applications for the Board of Trustees and the Nominations and Governance Committee closed on the 27th March. A total of 232 applications were received. There was a 50:50 split between women and men, with 10% of applications coming from young people under 25 years of age; 25% of applicants identified as being from at-risk or […]

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MA Governance Pilot: Deadline Extended

According to a new Secretariat survey, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the everyday operations of Member Associations. They are working to ensure continuity of SRH services while also trying to guarantee the safety of clients and staff.  In order to avoid adding additional, unnecessary pressure, the Reform team has decided to extend the deadline for applying to the MA Governance Strengthening Pilot […]

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Update on Stream 1 Consultancy

Dear IPPF, We wanted to share an update on our work to support the new resource allocation process. We will be supporting the development of a new process to allocate unrestricted core funds (Stream 1). We kicked off our work with the Resource Allocation Support Team (RAST) in early March. We have already benefitted immensely […]

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Letter from the TC Chair

Dear IPPF: I hope that this message finds you all safe and well. I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the outstanding work of MAs across the Federation to keep clinics open and continue to serve women and girls throughout the unprecedented global crisis. While most of the world is under some sort […]

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Four Months of the Transition

Four months have passed since the historic General Assembly in New Delhi, where IPPF’s membership charted a path to reforming its governance structure and resource allocation model. We are midway between that moment and what will be the first meeting of the new Board of Trustees, and can report that IPPF is on track to […]

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A “Fantastic Field of Candidates”

Applications for candidates for the Board of Trustees and the Nominations and Governance Committee closed on Friday 27th March. The external recruitment firm Perret Laver advised that there were well over 200 applications with a 50:50 gender split. They commented that there is a “fantastic field of candidates,” and that the candidate pool: meets all […]

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