The Medical Unit conducted its first clinic for the year 2017 in Godagama, offering a range of free services to the general public. Clients were provided information regarding cervical and breast cancer, Pap smear testing, IUCD checkup and removals, family planning services, with availability of male and female contraceptive methods. Lab tests for diabetes, blood pressure and BMI testing was carried out.  Counselling services for sexual gender based violence and sexual and reproductive health (SRH) issues were also provided.

Sexual and gender based violence (SGBV) continues to be of the major risks to women’s sexual and reproductive health. Women who experience violence face barriers to access appropriate care. It increases their vulnerability especially to sexually transmitted infections and HIV.

As a Member Association of IPPF, we believe that SRH is a fundamental human right of every woman and man and we work towards reaching out to the poor, marginalized, stigmatized, socially excluded and the under-served communities. We also identify the need of ensuring that women and girls are able to exercise choice in their reproductive lives.