Ibis Reproductive Health

Young people aren't just research subjects—they're essential partners in creating solutions that save lives.
#YouthReproductiveRights #AdolescentHealth #AddYourVoice

When research centres the lived experiences and voices of adolescents—like those in the mmoho campaign—it creates pathways for real change, policies that actually meet their needs, services that are truly accessible, and information that empowers rather than excludes.

This youth-led approach ensures the research reflects real experiences and priorities of young people themselves.

The study reveals urgent gaps in knowledge about abortion laws and access to safe, youth-friendly care.
💡 What makes Ibis research powerful? It's informed by young people from the mmoho campaign (a catalyst for youth voices at Ibis).

🔍 Findings from research presented at #ICFP2025 by @IbisRH Associate Project Director, Jewelle Methazia, confirm that young adolescents aged 12-17 in Gauteng are experiencing unplanned pregnancy, with some resorting to unsafe abortion methods.

[💡] Findings presented by Senior Associate Project Director, Chiara Bercu, at #ICFP show that abortion hotlines and other support groups play a critical role in facilitating people’s abortion care experiences in legally restrictive settings.

#IbisDrivesChange #AdolescentHealth

[💡] Findings presented by Research Manager, Sofia Braunstein, at #ICFP highlight how social change, public policies, existing support systems, and access to support impact adolescents' abortion experiences in Argentina.
#IbisDrivesChange #AdolescentHealth

Will you be at #ICFP2025?

Stop by our sessions to connect with our team and learn more about our work advancing reproductive health and rights globally!

#ReproductiveHealth #ICFP2025 #FamilyPlanning #IbisDrivesChange

📅 Nov 6, 10:20-11:40 AM

Presentations by Sofía Braunstein and Chiara Bercu on Panel: "Measuring Person-Centered Quality Abortion Care"

#ReproductiveHealth #ICFP2025 #FamilyPlanning #IbisDrivesChange

📅 Nov 5, 10-11:30 AM

Poster session by Research Manager Sofía Braunstein: "Adolescents and abortions: Social change, public policies, and feminist support in Argentina."

#ReproductiveHealth #ICFP2025 #FamilyPlanning #IbisDrivesChange

📅 Nov 4, 4:20-5:40 PM

Senior Associate Project Director Chiara Bercu will lead a panel: "Bridging the Gap: Advancing Safe and Comprehensive Abortion Care in Humanitarian Settings"

#ReproductiveHealth #ICFP2025 #FamilyPlanning #IbisDrivesChange

📅 Nov 4, 10-11:30 AM

Poster session by Jewelle Methazia: "What do 12- to 17-year-old girls in Gauteng, South Africa, know about abortion law and their experiences with pregnancy, abortion and care-seeking?"

#ReproductiveHealth #ICFP2025 #FamilyPlanning #IbisDrivesChange

📅 Nov 4, 6:45-8:30 AM

Exciting launch of the African Coalition for Research and Communication on Abortion (ACORCA-COARCA)!

Led by VP for Africa Programs Dela Nai and Associate Project Director Jewelle Methazia.

#ReproductiveHealth #ICFP2025 #FamilyPlanning #IbisDrivesChange

🧵🌍 Ibis Reproductive Health is heading to the International Conference on Family Planning (#ICFP2025) in Bogotá, Colombia!

Our researchers will present cutting-edge work on reproductive health access, abortion care quality, and youth SRH.

#ICFP2025 #IbisDrivesChange

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Your contribution will help us to advance bold ideas that build power and lead to lasting change. To recommend a grant through a DAF, contact your fund’s manager and request a grant distribution to Ibis Reproductive Health.

Today is DAF Day—a day of giving focused on support from donor-advised funds. DAFs are one way to support Ibis and our work to advance sexual and reproductive autonomy, choices, and health worldwide.

We're excited to introduce our new Research Coordinator: Milani Naik! In this role, Milani will support the MORE Study + the Later Abortion Initiative. Welcome, Milani! We're thrilled to be working with you. #BeAnIbis www.ibisreproductive...

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Event details:
📅Monday, 29 September 2025
⏰10:00-14:00
📌The Forge, Braamfontein

#ISAD2025 #AddYourVoice #IbisAfrica

to engage in courageous discussions and raise awareness about abortion rights and access, Ibis and partners are hosting an International Safe Abortion Day Imbizo.

To explore the public’s understanding of abortion rights and access, how their values inform their opinions about abortion, and, more importantly,

🧵Today is International Safe Abortion Day!

Access to safe & legal abortion is a constitutionally recognised right in South Africa. Despite existing legislation, many women face significant barriers to accessing safe abortions. Join us tomorrow as we commemorate this vital day!

#WorldContraceptionDay Fact: Opill is now available online + in stores nationwide–no ID or Rx needed! Visit opill.com/pages/dona... to find an organization near you that is distributing it free of cost. #FreeThePill

World Contraception Day Spotlight: Expanding affordable access to Opill through innovative… This Friday, September 26, marks World Contraception Day, recognized annually to commemorate the significance of birth control globally…

This #WorldContraceptionDay, we’re celebrating Opill on shelves across the US–no Rx or ID needed!🥳 #FreeThePill

➡️Here's how two @freethepill.bsky.social coalition members are working to ensure Opill is equitably accessible in their communities:

Now more than ever, we need to expand contraceptive options and improve equitable access to the full range of sexual & #repro health.

This #WorldContraceptionDay, spread the word about the first-ever OTC birth control pill: bit.ly/AllAboutOpill... 💊 #FreeThePill

Happy #WorldContraceptionDay!

Today, we’re celebrating Opill on shelves across the US–no Rx or ID needed! Together with @freethepill.bsky.social, we 👏did 👏that👏!

Now, we’re continuing our work to ensure it is equitably accessible to *everyone* who wants it: freethepill.org/even...

This is a space for meaningful dialogue about ensuring safe, legal, and accessible reproductive healthcare for all.
Read the full statement here➡️ bit.ly/3IB34lA
#ISAD2025 #IbisAfrica

🗣️ PRESS STATEMENT | International Safe Abortion Day Imbizo
Join us for a critical dialogue on safe abortion access and advocacy.
📅 29 September | 🕐 10:00-14:00 | 📍 The Forge, Braamfontein
Together for safe, legal, accessible healthcare for all.

Event details:
📅Monday, 29 September 2025
⏰10:00-14:00
📌The Forge, Braamfontein

#ISAD2025 #AddYourVoice #IbisAfrica