Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-000552/2025/rev.1
to the Commission
Rule 144
Hanna Gedin (The Left), Irene Montero (The Left), Alice Kuhnke (Verts/ALE), Raquel García Hermida-Van Der Walle (Renew), Maria Noichl (S&D)
Access to safe and high-quality sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) is one of the fundamental pillars of human rights. Civil society organisations have played a key role in maintaining and giving access to these rights. In the light of recent setbacks in SRHR globally, exemplified by policies such as the US’s ‘global gag rule’, there is growing concern about potential regression in access to essential SRHR services and support. The EU has been a pivotal player in advancing these rights, and it is crucial to understand how the Commission plans to maintain and enhance this commitment in the current geopolitical climate.
- 1.What specific strategies and funding initiatives is the Commission implementing to safeguard and promote SRHR in regions affected by restrictive policies such as the US’s global gag rule?
- 2.How does the Commission intend to collaborate with international partners and local organisations to ensure that SRHR remains a priority, despite the challenges arising from diminishing support from other major global actors?
Submitted: 6.2.2025