Operation Fistula

mapping gender inequality in our effort to end obstetric fistula for every woman everywhere

[Operation Fistula @OpFistula]

Join us as we strive to build a world where every woman is treated with compassion and has the opportunity to live a full, healthy, and happy life.

#InternationalWomensDay #IWD2024 #WomensDay #AccelerateTheRhythm #Accelerate #TheRhythm #Opfistula

[Operation Fistula @OpFistula]

Women with fistula live in a state of perpetual crisis. Their world is shattered by the trauma, strain, and symptoms of their injury. Many have nowhere to turn and most will never access care or support.

[Operation Fistula @OpFistula]

This International Women’s Day, amplify our demand for an acceleration of progress.

Today, we join with our global community and raise our voices to advocate for action in the fight to end this injustice.

[UNFPA Burkina Faso @UNFPABF]

L'@UNFPA renforce les compétences de 1⃣3⃣5⃣étudiant-e-s en soins obstétricaux pour sauver la vie des femmes et des enfants. L’accent est mis sur les #MGF, la prévention de la #fistule, de l’hémorragie et la prise en charge des nouveau-nés.
#SanteMaternelle
#EndFistula

[Operation Fistula @OpFistula]

"The surgery success rate is 90% and...the surgery not only cures women with fistula, but the data insights are also helping to address gender inequality and creating strategies around education on fistula more broadly" - Ellie Sharp, Operations, @Ardonagh

[Operation Fistula @OpFistula]

We are delighted to share the news that @OpFistula has been included in the latest round of grants from @ArdonaghCT, the independent charity of @Ardonagh!

[Operation Fistula @OpFistula]

“After learning more about Operation Fistula, @Ardonagh has got behind the cause. We were moved in several ways, on a personal level from a woman’s perspective, but also how impressed we were with the innovative approach.” - Ellie Sharp, Operations, @Ardonagh

[Operation Fistula @OpFistula]

Women: got health questions? Dr. Rachel can help!!

[Rachel Pope @drrachelpope]

We want to hear from you! Submit your questions here and we will answer them on Our Womanity Q&A podcast: https://t.co/q1ba59TUnt

#obgyn #obgyntips #podcast #womanhood

[Bashir Foundation for Fistula & Women’s Health @BashirFistula]

Watch the full video here https://t.co/p5ajmPnnVE

🎥 Join us on a journey of hope and resilience! 🌟 Watch our powerful documentary as we commemorate the International Day to End Obstetric Fistula. Together, let’s shine a light on the challenges faced by women affected by

[EndFistula @EndFistula]

Today on #IDEOF 2023, we acknowledge all partners working tirelessly to prevent & respond to #fistula. We recognize your invaluable contributions to this vital cause. Together we can make significant progress in achieving our shared vision to #EndFistula
https://t.co/q6xOS7jvVg

[Tostan @Tostan]

🌍 Today is a significant day worldwide as we observe the International Day to End Obstetric Fistula. We at Tostan strive to create a future where no woman has to endure the devastating effects of this preventable condition.

#EndFistula @UNFPA @OpFistula

[Operation Fistula @OpFistula]

We love being part of this community with you!  #IDEOF #EndFistula #FistulaFreeFuture #HopeAndHealing

[Operation Fistula @OpFistula]

As we continue our #IDEOF celebration of our partners and friends in fistula work, let’s take a minute to acknowledge and highlight the life-changing work of: @UNFPAMadagascar, @RCObsGyn, @UNFPAMalawi, @amnesty_zim, @AmnestySARO, @FistulaInfoCent, & @TCHGlobalHealth! 👏

[Gillian Slinger @FistulaGillian]

Today is the International Day to End Obstetric Fistula/IDEOF 2023. Adopted by the UN in 2013 to raise awareness & help for women with #obstetricfistula each 23 May. We’re making progress but MUCH more needs to be done to #EndFistula🌼 @FIGOHQ @TCHGlobalHealth @Fistula_Fdtn #SDGs

[UNFPA in Malawi @UNFPAMalawi]

#DidYouKnow: 1 in 100 women aged 15-49 in #Malawi have reported experiencing an #obstetricfistula🤔

With greater awareness and investment, we can eradicate this condition

Thanks to @IcelandDevCoop see how @UNFPAMalawi is working to #EndFistula: https://t.co/nDvWz4TRUH

[Amnesty International Zimbabwe @amnesty_zim]

@EndFistula @OpFistula @Fistula_Fdtn @FistulaFund @fistulaethiopia @table_girls @WLSAZW @SAYWHATOrg @SRHRAfricatrust @KenyaSRHR What is obstetric fistula?

Obstetric fistula is a medical term for a hole that develops between the vagina and the bladder and/or rectum and is caused by prolonged pressure on those tissues during an obstructed labour.

#EndFistula #RestoreDignity