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We transform the world so that all women and others with the capacity to bear children can make reproductive decisions in freedom and enjoyment.<\/p>\n

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Ipas Latin America and the Caribbean<\/strong> (Ipas LAC) is a regional organization that is part of an international nonprofit network working in the Americas, Africa and Asia to ensure that all women and people of childbearing capacity have the freedom and enjoyment of reproductive choice.<\/p>\n

We work in Latin America and the Caribbean joining efforts with organizations, institutions and individuals to prevent unwanted pregnancies and ensure access to contraception and safe abortion.<\/p>\n

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Ipas creates resilient abortion and contraceptive ecosystems using a comprehensive approach that cuts across sectors, institutions and communities.<\/p>\n

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We believe in a world where all people have the right and ability to determine their sexuality and reproductive health.<\/p>\n

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We operate under 5 core values:<\/h3>\n

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Commitment<\/p>\n

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Collaboration<\/p>\n

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Audacity<\/p>\n

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Reliability<\/p>\n

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Empathy<\/p>\n

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Our work has led to the implementation of more just policies, improved health care, and the promotion of a culture that respects and guarantees people’s autonomy over their bodies. As we move forward, we remain committed to the struggle for full reproductive justice and the well-being of all people in Latin America. <\/p>\n

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Strategic lines of work<\/h2>\n

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Better policies, laws and financing<\/h3>\n

We work to ensure that decision-makers design, approve and monitor compliance with laws, public policies and budgets that guarantee access to contraception and abortion for all women and people with gestational capacity. Promoting access to abortion as part of a sustainable ecosystem in which stakeholders – women and those with reproductive capacity, government actors, health personnel, civil society organizations, activists and funders – work in an interrelated and committed manner on reproductive rights.<\/p>\n

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Improved social norms and agency<\/h3>\n

We seek to ensure that women and pregnant women in Latin America and the Caribbean have access to information and social support that allows them to exercise their autonomy and agency in making decisions about their sexuality and reproductive life, with less stigma and discrimination, especially in relation to the prevention of unwanted pregnancies and access to abortion services.<\/p>\n

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Improved access, availability and accessibility<\/h3>\n

We encourage the strengthening of access to abortion and contraceptive services in the region, guaranteeing reproductive autonomy and providing quality, accessible, acceptable, timely and affordable care.<\/p>\n

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Our institutional strategic vision is focused on transforming into a regional organization that operates under a collectively developed theory of change (ToC). This ToC guides all our actions, ensuring that they are aligned with our common objectives and maximize our impact in the region. <\/p>\n

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We believe strongly in interdependence, appreciate the capabilities of everyone who works at Ipas and have confidence in each other’s roles. We love our diversity of backgrounds, knowledge and experience. We believe that the broad distribution of authority and responsibility throughout the organization maximizes our strengths. <\/p>\n

The shared leadership approach is a process, not a destination, that moves toward shared responsibility and authority, which in turn allows for a strategic distribution of resources and mutual accountability.<\/p>\n

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To achieve this model, our organizational structure is led by a co-direction, between the Programs Directorate and the Institutional Development Directorate. We invite you to meet the team: <\/p>\n

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Given the advance of the feminist movement in Latin America and the change in women’s needs and demands, Ipas LAC (Latin America and the Caribbean) wants to promote far-reaching changes in the area of reproductive rights.<\/p>\n

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We invite you to learn more about our work<\/p>\n

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