Uniting for the Future to Strengthen Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights for All

Co-hosted by the governments of Finland, Sweden, and Norway, FCDO, MSI Reproductive Choices, Fos Feminista, IPPF, PMNCH, Youth Can, Ipas, Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights, Vaestoliitto, She Decides, DSW  

Summary: 

This CPD58 side event aims to galvanise a strong, united, and resilient SRHR movement to defend the ICPD and ensure hard-won rights and policies are not undermined or reversed. It will engage a dynamic discussion on the future of SRHR, given the current challenges and opportunities, and will include: 

- Scene Setting of the current poly-crisis and the impact on SRHR at global and national levels
- A government panel will discuss how political support for SRHR from like-minded national governments can ensure progressive and pro-choice positions
- A civil society panel will provide recommendations for policy action in line with safeguarding the future of the ICPD Programme of Action as a critical cornerstone to the importance of SRHR for all

Speakers at the side event will address the current impact and future vision of SRHR, including:

- Defending the defenders: Safeguarding the human rights and dignity of SRHR providers on the frontline
- Youth Leadership in SRHR: Empowering young people as leaders and advocates for SRHR at the local, national, and international levels
- Financing for SRHR Services: Exploring barriers to comprehensive access, including stigma, lack of information, and geographic and financial limitations
- Leave No One Behind: Addressing the unique SRHR needs of marginalised and underserved communities, including youth, those living with disabilities, LGBTQ+, and people living in humanitarian settings.