The International Planned Parenthood Federation in the Americas and the Caribbean (IPPF ACRO) celebrated the launch of its new regional office in Mexico City. This important step reaffirms IPPF's commitment to the region, adding to the existing office in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, to strengthen the articulation of the Membership and advance the sexual and reproductive rights agenda. IPPF has been present in the region for over 70 years, and these offices continue the commitment to providing sexual and reproductive health and rights to all people, regardless of their circumstances. The inauguration of the new office took place during the IPPF ACRO Regional Forum, with the full Americas & the Caribbean membership (30 organizations in 30 countries) present at the event.
The launch included the participation of key allies and actors in the region, including organizations like UN Women, the Center for Reproductive Rights, IPAS LAC, Médecins Sans Frontières, Amnesty International, and Volcánicas, all of which have been instrumental in advancing our mission as a movement. Government representatives were also present, such as the Secretariat for Women of Mexico, the National Population Council, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, along with other governmental entities with which IPPF ACRO collaborates to ensure a comprehensive and committed approach to defending sexual and reproductive rights both in Mexico and throughout the region.
This new office will not only facilitate better coordination between IPPF's member associations in the 30 countries of the region but also allow for closer ties with local actors, strengthened alliances, and coordinated strategy development in the realm of political advocacy. With a presence in Mexico City, IPPF ACRO will be able to participate more actively in key spaces, both nationally and regionally, expanding our capacity to advocate for access to sexual and reproductive health, bodily autonomy, and gender equality.
The opening of the regional office in Mexico is a testament to the power of collaboration and unity in advancing our shared mission. With this new base in Mexico City, IPPF ACRO is more committed than ever to working alongside governments, civil society organizations, and our member associations to face threats to rights and ensure a dignified, violence-free life for all people in the region.
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