USAID
Why the U.S. Should Address Obstetric Fistula and How
by Rep. Carolyn Maloney, Congress
March 7, 2011 - 9:14pm (Print)
Pregnancy shouldn’t leave a woman with a disability and ostracized from her community. And Congress should ensure investments for the more than two million women worldwide that have obstetric fistula.
Transforming Women’s Lives: Synergies for Success in Treating Obstetric Fistula
March 4, 2011 - 7:11am (Print)
Providing comprehensive care for fistula survivors demands a coordinated group effort, from finding women in need of repair, to transporting them to services, to reintegration.
The President's Proposed FY 2012 Budget: Title X and International Family Planning Get Increase
by Jodi Jacobson, Editor in Chief, RH Reality Check
February 14, 2011 - 11:04pm (Print)
The President's Fiscal Year (FY) 2012 budget proposal includes increased funding for critical domestic and international reproductive health programs that Republicans are trying to eliminate.
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Addressing Obstetric Fistula: Towards a Just and Healthy Life for All
by Kelly Castagnaro, IWHC
January 25, 2011 - 4:30pm (Print)
It's been said that in an unequal world, women are the most unequal among equals. Obstetric fistula is a living example of this statement.
In Haiti, Corporations Profit While People Suffer
January 13, 2011 - 6:52am (Print)
One year after an earthquake devastated Haiti, much of the promised relief and reconstruction aid has not reached those most in need. In fact, the nation's tragedy has served as an opportunity to further enrich corporate interests.
ACLU Sues USAID: Are We Exporting US Taxpayer-Funded Religion?
by Amie Newman
February 19, 2010 - 8:30am (Print)
International Aid, Made Local
by Kathleen Reeves, RH Reality Check
September 15, 2009 - 6:50am (Print)
By using the peer-to-peer model, the Minnesota International Health Volunteers program avoids, or at least reduces, public health obstacles that arise when there’s a culture clash.
CQ: Paul Farmer "Out of Running" for Top Post at USAID
by Jodi Jacobson, Editor in Chief, RH Reality Check
August 5, 2009 - 1:58pm (Print)
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"Game-Changing Pick" Under Consideration to Head New Foreign Assistance Effort
by Jodi Jacobson, Editor in Chief, RH Reality Check
May 19, 2009 - 12:00pm (Print)
Dr. Paul Farmer is being considered to head a newly overhauled foreign assistance program, according to sources.
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Philippines Government Pursues Feeble Family Planning Strategy
by Kathleen Reeves, RH Reality Check
May 12, 2009 - 10:09am (Print)
The Philippines government is championing a form of family planning used by only one percent of women interested in planning their families.
