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Prioritise hygiene and access to water and sanitation as a first line of defence against COVID-19

Towards true inclusion: nothing about us without us

The well-deserved increased attention for the Black Lives Matter movement and subsequent worldwide discourse on racism and discrimination triggered a discussion within our organisation as well. There are many linkages to the work we do.

Women empower women: these young indigenous women are ready to change to world

Simavi – 95 years towards a healthy life for all

July 31st, 2020, marks the 95th anniversary of Simavi. For almost a century we have been working for a healthy and equal world. Our mission has never changed, but through the years our focus shifted, and as an organisation we have developed. Now we work towards a healthy life for women and girls in Africa and Asia.

Menstrual health during COVID-19 times

Celebrating Menstrual Hygiene Day is important, because menstruation is still stigmatised. Since 2014, a growing number of people and organisations worldwide celebrate, talk and post about menstruation on this day.