Following the March 28 earthquake in Myanmar, women and girls continue to face urgent health and protection needs, particularly in overcrowded and under-resourced shelters. Damaged infrastructure, administrative restrictions, and persistent conflict are compounding the crisis, with mental health needs rising and access to maternal care and family planning services still limited. While markets are partially operational, supply chains remain unstable, especially for medical supplies. Camp closures and movement restrictions are further disrupting the continuity of care, particularly in hard-hit areas like Sagaing and Mandalay.
UNFPA has scaled up its response, reaching over 23,000 people with life-saving sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services, with approximately 90 per cent of beneficiaries being women and girls. Services are delivered through mobile and static clinics, outreach teams, and midwife networks, complemented by distributions of clean delivery kits and dignity kits. UNFPA is also leading gender-based violence (GBV) prevention and response efforts through the establishment of Safe Spaces for women and girls, the delivery of psychosocial support, and referrals across affected regions. More than 21,000 individuals have received integrated GBV and mental health support. Coordination efforts, training for frontline workers, and service mapping continue to strengthen coverage and address gaps in hard-to-reach areas.
UNFPA’s emergency response plan for April to September 2025 requires US$12 million to maintain and expand SRH and GBV services. To date, only US$3.7 million has been secured, leaving a funding gap of US$8.3 million. Contributions so far include support from the UNFPA Emergency Fund, CERF, and the governments of Australia, South Korea, and the United Kingdom. With the monsoon season approaching and humanitarian needs escalating, flexible and timely funding is urgently needed to sustain essential health and protection services for women and girls in Myanmar.
