FGS: Unlocking Health and Opportunity for Women and Girls in Africa

A policy brief outlining the impact of female genital schistosomiasis (FGS) on women and girls.

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This policy brief outlines the impact of female genital schistosomiasis (FGS) on women and girls. We call on policymakers to address FGS as a specific reproductive health condition and to strengthen cross sector co-ordination for women’s health and stronger health systems.

Find out more about how we are tackling a neglected reproductive health crisis through our work with the FGS Integration Group (FIG).

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Adolescent girls and young womenFGSFIGGenderHIV preventionSexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR)