UNs Special Programme in Human Reproduction

📊 Intimate partner violence is the 4th leading risk for premature death and disability among women aged 15–49. HRP and WHO’s latest estimates show 1 in 3 women globally have experienced physical or sexual IPV. This is a major public health issue! #SRHR

📌 10 priority research questions now define the evidence agenda on climate change and #SRHR. Identified through a global expert consensus, they focus on maternal and newborn health, service access, contraception, abortion and GBV. bit.ly/43l8Z4V #TogetherForScience

👋 We popped by an HRP expert’s desk. Antonella Lavelanet shared what stood out in the newsletter. A new Comprehensive Abortion Care Learning Program with WHO. Plus, on 7 May, two tools to support evidence‑informed policy decisions. #SRHR

🧠 Have you tested our newly launched ChatHRP yet? Finding trustworthy SRHR facts is harder as information spreads faster. ChatHRP connects professionals to verified evidence from HRP and WHO in real time. Let us know what you think! #SRHR #StandWithScience

1️⃣ The new HRP Annual Report brings together a full year of #SRHR evidence. 📘It shows how research HRP strengthens understanding across the life course. A clear example of trusted science in action. bit.ly/3Pv8GAS #StandWithScience

📘 New WHO Academy course on essential postpartum family planning counselling. 💬 Strengthen skills for culturally sensitive counselling and informed contraceptive choices after childbirth. ℹ️ bit.ly/4tighC6 #SRHR

🎧 New podcast episode with HRP Director Pascale Allotey for #IWD2026 She reflects on her journey & discusses work advancing women’s health at a time when women continue to face unequal health outcomes shaped by discrimination and barriers to care. apple.co/4aXVA7A #SRHR

📊 Gender inequalities drive SRHR outcomes. Almost 1 in 3 women are subjected to violence, with only a 0.2% decline. 📊230 million women and girls have undergone FGM and child marriage remains prevalent. For #IWD2026, HRP contributes the evidence on this inequality.

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📉 A new HRP and WHO review found limited studies on over‑the‑counter oral contraceptive pills for managing painful cramps, endometriosis or chronic pelvic pain. 🔍 The gap signals a major research need. 🔧 Phased models like pharmacist‑led access could help generate evidence. #SRHR #HealthForAll

📘 New HRP-supported study shows how sexual health and contraception services stayed open during COVID‑19in England, while scaling up postal STI/HIV self-sampling and phone-based contraception counselling, with services close to normal by mid‑2022. bit.ly/4025azY #SRHR

🔍 What’s the safest way to induce labour? Our meta-analysis of 30,000+ women finds most methods are similarly effective but safety profiles differ. Mechanical options stand out for fetal well‑being with gaps for women with previous C‑sections bit.ly/4t76WgE #SRHR

📢 Call for grey literature & experts on abortion care in #CSE! HRP is running a global rapid review on how abortion care info appears in CSE materials for young people. 💡 Have resources from 2009–present? 🗓️ Deadline: 16 Feb 2026 🔗 Submit: bit.ly/3ZF7lcp #SRHR

🚨#SRHR misinformation online isn’t just misleading, it’s a human rights issue. It distorts choices, fuels stigma & erodes access to care Our latest review maps the evidence and calls for rights-based solutions Read the insights: bit.ly/4sFmwj5 #SRHR #healthforall

🧩Self-care in #SRHR has come a long way—and the journey is far from over! Explore the milestones shaping access, autonomy & innovation in sexual and reproductive health. Check out the timeline 👉 bit.ly/4aVtc6x #healthforall #hopefulfutures

"When support finally arrived, I realized: I don’t need him to look after me.” 💬 Women with disabilities face unique barriers to escaping violence. Research must reflect their realities. Explore WHO’s checklist: bit.ly/4pwstMD #SRHR #healthforall "

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🔍 What makes research credible? 🎥 In our Expert Series, HRP Data Analyst Ronaldo Silva breaks it down: ✅ Transparent & reproducible ✅ Peer-reviewed & independently vetted ✅ Grounded in evidence—not agendas #SRHR #healthforall

💊 Looking for clear, evidence-based info on oral contraceptives? WHO’s new fact sheet covers effectiveness, safety, benefits & risks—all in one place. 👉 Read more: bit.ly/44CTkPG #SRHR #HealthForAll

Thank you for being part of our journey in 2025! 🌟 We’re grateful for your support in advancing #SRHR and health for all. Taking a short break to recharge—see you in 2026 with the same commitment to making SRHR accessible for everyone! 💙 #healthforall

🤖 How is AI shaping sexual & reproductive health? A new scoping review of 2,666 studies reveals its biggest role: screening & diagnosis in maternal health and cervical cancer. But gaps remain in equity & real-world use. Dive in: bit.ly/4pIFvaH #SRHR #healthforall

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👥 Health guidelines shape lives—but are we listening to those most affected? Our review shows meaningful community engagement is rare. It’s time to change that. Inclusive processes = better, fairer health for all. 🔗 bit.ly/48nqHbs #srhr #healthforall #hopefulfutures

Violence doesn’t end with age. Women 60+ also face partner violence—often through control, neglect, or isolation. 🗣️ Speak out 🤝 Ensure age-inclusive, survivor-centred care 📊 Include older women in data & policy Learn more: bit.ly/4pdDNxn #EndViolence #16Days