Investing in family planning is the only way women and girls can have the freedom to create their own futures. We are calling on European governments and decision-makers everywhere to continue to put women and girls at the top of the agenda #BecauseSheCounts!

Now more than ever the determination of European donors must not waver as the struggle for reproductive safety and freedom intensifies under the pressure of the current health crisis.

In our 2020 campaign we recognise the commitments made by European governments to women and girls through their development policy and funding and we look into the future as COVID-19 marks the way women receive care.

You will find here all the campaign resources and messages to share with your networks!

European donors should maintain current and future Official Development Assistance (ODA) funding and should support civil society, partner countries and multilateral organisations through a comprehensive response to the COVID-19 pandemic, which includes critical investments in health and support to Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). Universal health care, human rights, equality and solidarity should be at the core of any public policy and funding decision.

Read our asks for European Donors on COVID-19.pdf
Also available in Spanish.

European donors respond to the pandemic. Where does the safety and health of women, girls and marginalized groups fit into their international aid? 
The Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Denmark.

The effects of the current health crisis are far-reaching and are still unwinding. But it’s clear that the most marginalised will be the hardest hit including due to limited access to contraceptive care as supply chains are disrupted. What can European donors do to lessen the burden put on women and girls? Read more.