How Providers Deliver Reproductive Healthcare in Times of Crisis
For millions of women and girls, crisis means losing access to essential healthcare and control over their bodies. Sexual and reproductive health care isn’t optional, even in emergencies. To support our allies during a crisis, we must understand what’s needed so we know how we can help.
We’ve gathered key lessons from the frontlines—stories of courage, preparedness, and local leadership that show what it takes to deliver care when it matters most.
See what it takes to deliver care in crisis.
Invest before the headlines
Invest in local providers before a crisis happens. They’re already saving lives—and they need support to keep going when disaster strikes.
The most powerful solutions are local
Local doctors, midwives, and advocates who’ve always been there are the first and best line of defense when a crisis hits. Support their leadership. Trust their response.
Preparedness saves lives
A quick, effective response depends on what’s been done before disaster hits: emergency planning, flexible funding, and logistics and training. With the right support, local leaders can adapt fast and save lives.
Care must include safety
The risk of sexual and gender-based violence rises during crisis, but safety is too often overlooked. True care means prioritizing safety and ensuring access to survivor-centered care.
Recovery doesn’t end with the crisis
When the world moves on from a crisis, communities are still recovering. Local providers need to continue delivering care, restoring systems, and preparing for what comes next. They can’t do it without sustained funding and support.
Rights build resilience in crisis
When people can make decisions about their bodies, communities grow stronger and less dependent on aid. Resilience begins with rights.
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We know what works in crisis. But we need the resources to act.
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