International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics Welcomes New Members, Strengthening Global Collaboration

International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics Welcomes New Members, Strengthening Global Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) has expanded its international network to 142 national societies with the inclusion of new members from Angola, Chad, and Guyana. These associations—Associação de Ginecologistas e Obstetras de Angola, Association Tchadienne des Gynécologues-Obstétriciens, and The Guyana Obstetrics and Gynecology Society—will actively contribute to FIGO’s global initiatives in maternal health, family planning, gender equality, and reproductive rights. FIGO President Elect Professor Frank Louwen welcomed the new members, emphasizing their valuable contributions to the federation’s mission of ensuring universal access to quality healthcare for women and girls worldwide.

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 6-Oct-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) has announced the addition of four new national member societies, marking an important expansion of its global network. With these new members, FIGO now unites 142 national societies of obstetricians and gynaecologists from around the world, further strengthening its mission to advance women’s health and rights globally.

The new members joining the FIGO community are:

• Associação de Ginecologistas e Obstetras de Angola
• Association Tchadienne des Gynécologues-Obstétriciens
• The Guyana Obstetrics and Gynecology Society

“We are delighted to welcome our new members to the FIGO family,” said Professor Frank Louwen, FIGO President Elect. “Their expertise, dedication, and unique regional perspectives will enrich our collective efforts to ensure that every woman, everywhere, has access to safe, high-quality reproductive and maternal healthcare.”

As active participants in FIGO’s global initiatives, these new societies will contribute to discussions and projects focused on key issues including maternal health, safe abortion, family planning, gender equality, and women’s rights. Their involvement will enhance regional representation and collaboration within the federation, ensuring that diverse voices shape global health policy and advocacy efforts.

FIGO remains deeply committed to promoting inclusive and equitable partnerships that foster measurable progress in women’s health. The addition of these new members reinforces the organization’s shared vision of global solidarity, collaboration, and action toward improving the wellbeing of women and girls in every region.

Media Contact:

Rob Hucker
Head of Communications, Membership and Education
rob@figo.org

SOURCE: FIGO