Stream 2 Consortium Channel IPPF’s stream-based resource allocation model is now fully operational. Stream 2, also known as the Strategic Fund, is today launching a Request for Concepts. A total of USD 2.54 million is available for a single MA-led consortium over a two-year period. The main priority for the 2021 grant, as agreed by […]
Resource Allocation
EU Advocacy Fact Sheets
The IPPF European Network and DSW have just launched three new fact sheets. They are designed to assist Member Associations and Regional Offices to engage in the ongoing EU allocation and programming process (see below). They can also be used more broadly to advocate for SRHR funding towards other donors and in other processes. The […]
Stream 2 Update
During the 2019/20 reform consultations, the membership expressed a desire for a dynamic and strategic funding stream. The result was the Strategic Fund also known as Stream 2 of the IPPF Resource Allocation Model. The purpose of the Strategic Fund is to support MA initiatives in the areas of the Strategic Framework that require additional […]
Opportunity: EU Gender Action Plan
The European Commission just published its new EU Gender Action Plan III (GAP). It is the key framework for the inclusion of gender equality in EU external action. GAP requires the EU to mainstream gender in both its programmes and their policies / political dialogues with partner countries, making it a crucial tool for IPPF. The new GAP has six pillars: […]
Letter from Alvaro
Dear Colleagues, We have now completed the third meeting of the IPPF Board of Trustees. It was both a very constructive and positive meeting. Kate Gilmore, as Chair, is leading the Board with a renewed sense of purpose and strongly held belief in transparency and openness. I welcome this fresh approach, as I’m sure you […]
Stream 1 Formula Feedback
In October, we released a draft of the proposed Stream 1 formula to the Federation for an open comment period. For the sake of transparency, we are sharing all of the written comments we received. As promised they have all been anonymized. Where appropriate, we have provided our responses to the comments. The memo is […]
Resource Allocation Formula
On 22 October 2020, the independent consultancy firm, Redstone, based in Colorado, USA, held a Zoom consultation on the new resource allocation formula that is currently being developed. The Zoom call forms part of a series consultations, which has included surveys and interviews conducted with the Member Associations. The new formula will help determine indicative […]
Letter from Alvaro
Indicative Planning Figures (IPF) 2021. Dear colleagues from Member Associations, In IPPF, we are all changing By Choice, For Choice in our governance and in our operations, focusing on all ways in which we are accountable to each other and to the cause that we all serve. Transparency on how IPPF allocates resources is key, […]
Resource Allocation Survey Results
In June, Redstone conducted a survey of IPPF’s membership and Secretariat to inform the development of guidelines and a formula for Stream 1 in the new resource allocation system. More than 220 people responded to the survey, providing important insights that Redstone is now integrating into its work. Key takeaways from the survey include: Respondents […]
Resource Allocation – Survey on Stream 1
Redstone, the consulting firm contracted to lead the development of a new process and formula for funding allocations under Stream 1, has conducted initial research and is keen to hear directly from Member Associations about your priorities and concerns. To that end, we have just launched a survey designed by Redstone where you can share […]