Reproductive Health

A primer on reproductive health for young people in conflict situations.

A primer on why emergency contraception is important for women affected by conflict.

A primer on why emergency medical care is important for pregnant women and girls in war zones and natural disasters.

The Women's Commission for Refugee Women and Children saw firsthand the terrible difficulties that displaced Iraqi women and children face on a mission to Jordan in June 2007. We were presented with a picture of a refugee population that has limited or no access to health care, including prevention of and response to gender-based violence, safe delivery services, including emergency obstetric care, family planning and prevention and treatment of HIV/AIDS--the four areas of reproductive health care.
Also available: Arabic version (4.77 MB)

A fact sheet on reproductive health in conflict and emergencies.

The bleak situation of Iraqi refugees in Jordan, and our immediate recommendations.

The Women's Commission and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) conducted a reproductive health (RH) assessment among the conflict-affected populations of northern Uganda in February 2007. Northern Uganda has been embroiled in a civil war for almost 20 years, resulting in the displacement of approximately 1.5 million people. The assessment team visited the districts of Kitgum and Pader and also visited a youth center and clinic in Gulu. In general, the findings revealed that although some basic services were in place, many were sorely lacking.
Also available: A follow-up to group discussions, Summary report and Report to contributors (Luo)

Assessment to address needs of the internally displaced Burmese (est. 600,000 - 1 million in 2003) living in border areas of neighboring countries, especially Thailand.