April 17, 2025
Dr. Michée Kanda, Health System Officer, Ipas Democratic Republic of Congo
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, access to comprehensive abortion care remains a taboo topic, enshrined in restrictive legal frameworks and rigid social norms. Although some progress has been made, cultural and religious barriers still prevent women and girls from accessing the information and care they need.
While safe medical solutions exist, their access is hampered by fear, lack of information and social rejection. In the absence of alternatives, many resort to dangerous methods or fall into depression, sometimes with tragic consequences such as suicide.
Continued: https://www.ipas.org/news/faith-sorrow-and-rebirth-a-quest-for-bodily-autonomy/