The Population Council expresses its sorrow at the passing of Dr. Nafis Sadik, a visionary and influential leader who made historic contributions to the reproductive health, rights, and choices of populations around the world.
During its 158th meeting held on 27–28 June, the Population Council’s Board of Trustees strengthened and demonstrated accountability to its commitment to Board diversity by approving revisions to its diversity statement which was adopted in June 2021. Notably, the revised statement includes goals on Board composition in relation to gender and representation from low- and middle-income countries and early/mid-career individuals.
Population issues are among the most critical challenges the world faces in the 21st century.
The Population Council pays tribute to Dr. Ian Stewart Fraser and his contributions to ensuring the sexual and reproductive health, rights, and choices of populations around the world. Fraser passed away on 28 June.
The Population Council is pleased to announce that its Board of Trustees appointed Dr. Nyovani Madise as Vice Chair of the Board during its 158th meeting held on 27–28 June.
As a global research organization committed to sexual and reproductive health, rights, and choices, the Population Council is deeply disturbed by the United States Supreme Court’s decision to revoke the right to abortion—a right that has been protected for nearly 50 years.
The Population Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Georgina Yidanpoa Caswell to its Board of Trustees.
The Girl Innovation, Research, and Learning (GIRL) Center is seeking Collaborators to join our network of global researchers to deepen and drive research on adolescent health and development in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
Women’s health issues represent a major concern in both research and medical practice. Often dismissed, the specific health needs of women have been underappreciated, and targeted scientific research is lacking.
The Population Council mourns the passing of Adrienne Germain, a feminist leader who dedicated her life to ensuring sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice for women and girls. Early in her career, Germain was a Council researcher who went on to work at the Ford Foundation and most notably to co-found the International Women's Health Coalition.
