February 2025

FIGO webinar on postpartum pelvic floor health

On 27 February the FIGO Committee on Urogynaecology and Pelvic Floor Disorders will lead a webinar about pelvic floor health, focusing on postpartum management and recovery. Join us to learn more about postpartum pelvic floor disorders, early management strategies and guiding meaningful discussions with your patients.

Dr Sadiya Nasir: A journey with FIGO and a vision for the future

Dr Sadiya Nasir has been on a remarkable journey from the first FIGO fistula surgery fellow to trainer and Expert Advisory Group member. She is dedicated to improving fistula care and empowering a new generation of surgeons. In this article, she shares her experiences, the challenges in women’s health and her vision for a fistula-free future.

IJGO complimentary subscriptions for FIGO member societies

The International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics (IJGO), FIGO’s official scientific journal, offers member societies a trusted platform for sharing research and addressing global challenges in obstetrics and gynaecology. All FIGO member societies are entitled to two complimentary subscriptions to IJGO. Please contact ijgo@figo.org to activate this benefit and access the latest research.

Survey on pelvic floor disorders training needs Earlier this month we shared a short 10-minute survey on the training needs of residents and trainees in pelvic floor disorders. Your responses are important for us to assess your country’s needs so that we can better support you. Please complete it by 31 March.

The Red Line Initiative Conflict-related sexual violence continues to be widespread and systematic, causing horrific devastation to survivors, their families and communities. In these turbulent times, we reiterate our unwavering support to the Red Line Initiative and encourage our members to speak out and join the campaign to end the use of sexual violence as a weapon of war.

Our sincere apologies

This week, we shared 2025 invoices to assist you with paying your membership fees. Some of you may have received duplicate emails. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused, which was a result of a technical error in our mailing systems. Our IT provider has identified and rectified the issued and ensured us that it will not happen again. Thank you for your patience and understanding.