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Victory for Women’s Rights: Nigerian Federal High Court Affirms Right to Safe Abortion for Survivors of Sexual Violence
In a landmark decision this week, the Federal High Court in Abuja affirmed that unplanned pregnancies resulting from rape, incest, and other forms of sexual violence constitute a violation of the rights of women and [...]
Center to Defend Landmark Decision in Kenya Guaranteeing Abortion Access for Survivors of Sexual Violence
Anti-rights groups seek to overturn a 2019 judgment in the case of a 14-year-old girl who died as a result of an unsafe abortion in Kenya.
“Justice for Josephine” Documentary: Affirming the Right to Respectful Maternal Health Care in Kenya
Documentary about Center client Josephine Majani chronicles the landmark legal victory affirming respectful maternity care as a constitutional right in Kenya.
Advocacy Statement for Kenya’s Universal Periodic Review (UPR): 4th UPR Cycle – 1st May 2025
Kenya has made commendable progress in advancing Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) through constitutional reforms, legislative measures, and policy frameworks. However, significant challenges remain, particularly in ensuring access to adolescent SRHR, improving maternal health [...]
Joint Statement by ISER & Center for Reproductive Rights: Advocating for Respectful Maternal Healthcare in Uganda
The Center for Reproductive Rights (the Center) and the Initiative for Social and Economic Rights (ISER) welcome the ruling of the High Court of Uganda granting our application to join an ongoing case as Amicus [...]
Africa: Joint Statement on World Human Rights Day 2024
10.12.2024 (PRESS STATEMENT) - Today, 10 December, we mark the 76th anniversary of the United Nations Human Rights Day, under the theme: ‘Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now’, and the culmination of the 16 Days [...]
Africa: Advancing Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights at the ACERWC
At the recent session of the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child, the Center worked to influence policies and practices across the continent.
Addressing Policy and Legal Aspects of SRHR at the Girl Up Kenya Leadership Summit 2024
Center side event worked to educate and empower girls and young women about their sexual and reproductive health and rights.
Oral Statement for the 44th Ordinary Session of the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACERWC)
Presented by the Center for Reproductive Rights to the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACERWC) in October 2024, this statement emphasizes the need for comprehensive policies that provide [...]
African Civil Society Organizations’ Statement During the Commemoration of International Safe Abortion Day (ISAD) 2024
Nairobi, September 27, 2024--On International Safe Abortion Day, September 28, 2024, we, the undersigned organizations, committed to advancing the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) of women and adolescent girls across Africa, including in [...]
Teenage Pregnancy in Africa: An Analysis and Framework for Reform
One in five African teenage girls experiences pregnancy before turning 19. This ACERWC report—supported by the Center—outlines how the crisis can be reformed through education, human rights frameworks, and community intervention.
Involving Adolescents in SRHR Conversations: Uganda Boy Speaks Before East African Assembly
The event was part of efforts by the Center’s Africa team and its partners to have boys and girls share their experiences and concerns about sexual and reproductive health and rights issues.
Adolescent Voices Matter: The Inspiring Journey of Brian Kumakech, a 15-Year-Old Reproductive Health Champion
Uganda adolescent addresses the East African Legislative Assembly about sexual and reproductive health and rights issues and concerns.
Joint Statement by CSOs Working on Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Challenging Utterances Undermining the Right to Access Education for Pregnant Learners in Kenya
“The right to education… is an essential right for children, which has a long-lasting effect on the well-being of children. Education determines the future of children… The obligation of States to respect the right to [...]
Victory in Kenya: Court of Appeal Affirms Right to Respectful Maternal Health Care
Court issues sweeping decision in Center’s case of pregnant woman physically and verbally abused by hospital staff and left to deliver on a concrete floor.
Pregnant Woman Forced to Deliver on Hospital Floor Wins Appeal in Landmark Case
Affirming the Right to Respectful Maternal Health Care in Kenya
Kenya Court of Appeal Expected to Issue Judgment Soon in Case of Pregnant Woman Abused by Hospital Staff and Forced to Deliver on Hospital Floor
The Center is defending a 2018 judgment recognizing that the neglect and abuse of women seeking maternity health services are rights violations under the Kenyan Constitution and international law.
News on the Case
Victory in Kenya: Court of Appeal Affirms Right to Respectful Maternal Health Care, 02.28.24 Kenya Court of Appeal Expected to Issue Judgment Friday in Case of Pregnant Woman Abused by Hospital Staff and Forced to [...]
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