Resources

Niu Vaka Strategy: Driving Sustainable SRHR Progress in the Pacific Now in its second phase, the Pacific Niu Vaka Strategy continues to deliver locally led, sustainable sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) services across the region. At the heart of the strategy is IPPF’s commitment to inclusive, resilient, and community-rooted action, ensuring that those most marginalised and excluded can access the care and information they need. Local Leadership, Real Results IPPF’s unique, localised approach remains central to achieving lasting impact. Member Associations (MAs) are trusted by their communities and have a profound understanding of the social and cultural challenges faced by women, girls, and marginalised groups. In 2024 alone, Pacific MAs delivered over 507,000 SRH services to more than 126,000 clients – 70% of whom were women and girls, and 35% under the age of 25. These services were provided through a combination of static clinics (59%), mobile outreach (35%), and community-based distribution (6%). A Multi-layered, People-First Strategy Building on the lessons from Phase I, Niu Vaka II continues to prioritise reaching the most underserved populations, elevating youth voices, and harnessing partnerships to advocate for systemic change. Key focus areas for 2024 include: Strengthening regional partnerships and advocacy to increase the visibility of IPPF and MAs Amplifying youth voices, including the launch of the Pacific SRHR Youth Network – Youth OCEANS Enhancing MA funding compliance and financial processes Building national capacity to deliver essential training in SGBV and humanitarian SRH care (MISP)   Youth at the Forefront Young people constitute nearly a quarter of the Pacific’s population, many of whom experience unmet SRHR needs. In a significant milestone, the region launched Youth OCEANS – the first Pacific-wide sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) youth network – during its inaugural convening in Fiji in August 2024. Youth leaders from nine countries came together to establish a leadership committee, outline priorities, and create a clear path forward for advocacy. Additional funding from Pacific Women Lead at the Pacific Community (SPC) programme will support the network’s expansion in 2025. Looking Ahead In a rapidly evolving global and regional context, IPPF Pacific remains focused on inclusive, resilient, and adaptive SRHR programming. By linking humanitarian and development efforts, championing local leadership, and centring the voices of women, young people, and marginalised communities, Niu Vaka continues to deliver tangible progress for everyone in the Pacific. This work is made possible by the ongoing support of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT).  

In a rapidly shifting sociopolitical landscape where sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice (SRHRJ) are increasingly contested, media professionals play a critical role in safeguarding democratic discourse and amplifying marginalised voices. Navigating Sexual and Reproductive Health, Rights & Justice in Asia Pacific: A Practical Guide to Ethical Reporting  & Content Creation for Media Practitioners, developed by the International Planned Parenthood Federation East, South East Asia and Oceania Region (IPPF ESEAOR) and the Asia-Pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development (AIBD), offers an essential framework for ethical, feminist-focused journalism in the Asia-Pacific region. This partnership brought together 50 media professionals from 17 countries across the Asia-Pacific region contributing to shaping this resource and making it a practical tool for journalists covering sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice (SRHRJ). 

Ora’anga Meitaki no te Vainetini: Cook Islands Women’s Wellbeing in the Context of Abortion includes the lived experiences and stories of women, advocates, support persons and health workers in the Cook Islands and Aotearoa New Zealand. The report discusses abortion, including unsafe abortion, in the Pacific islands. The report also details the Cook Islands and how this research was conducted in the Cook Islands.

Addressing some of the most significant societal shifts of our time—declining fertility rates and ageing populations—the Family Planning Association of Hong Kong (FPAHK), in collaboration with IPPF ESEAOR, hosted a three-day workshop from 11–13 November. Bringing together Member Associations, partners, and experts, the event aimed to develop sustainable and equitable sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) strategies for all age groups through a human-rights-based approach.

Indonesian Planned Parenthood Association (IPPA/PKBI) has taken proactive steps to combat FGM/C through data-driven research, capacity building, and strategic partnerships. A mapping exercise in South Kalimantan and Riau identified drivers, detractors, and community needs, with findings analysed alongside Semarang University and published in an academic journal to inform FGM/C programming. Building on this, IPPA trained local midwives to counsel parents on the harms of FGM/C and developed educational materials to enhance community awareness. Globally, IPPA engaged with experts at the IPPF Center of Excellence on FGM/C in Mauritania, collaborating with academicians, practitioners, and activists committed to eradicating FGM/C. Nationally, IPPA is working with government actors to refine FGM/C programming guidance, aligning efforts with Indonesia’s Roadmap to Eradicating FGM/C by 2030. This multifaceted approach underscores IPPA’s commitment to evidence-based strategies, empowering communities, and fostering partnerships to eliminate FGM/C and ensure healthier futures.

IPPF’s vision is that all people are free to make choices about their sexuality and well-being, in a world free from discrimination. We are a locally owned, globally connected civil society movement that provides and enables services, and champions sexual and reproductive health and rights for all, especially the marginalized. One of our main priorities is to ensure universal access to effective modern contraception and its informed use.  Our Resources on three major topics in the region is available for download at the bottom of the page.