International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics / Federation Internationale de Gynecologie et d'Obstetrique (FIGO)

FIGO's strength comes from Their world-renowned experts, whose knowledge and experience in all aspects of women's health help shape best practice and innovation.

As the Global Voice for Women's Health, They believe that how a country looks after its women and children demonstrates how that country values its future prosperity.

Ultimately, Their goal is to improve the health of women and newborns by achieving universal health coverage and wellbeing and access to quality sexual and reproductive health and rights for all wonmen everywhere.

With an ambitious work plan, FIGO looks forward to working together with Their 132 National Member Societies and partners to achieve Their strategic objectives.

Their cause could not be more important, nor Their commitment more ambitious.

History:
FIGO is a global NGO working to improve the health and wellbeing of women and newborns worldwide.

Founded in 1954 by representatives from 42 national OBGYN member societies, FIGO grew out of a growing international movement to share knowledge and align best practice in a fast-changing world of health care and human rights.