The First General Body Meeting of ARISE, held on May 13, 2026, in New Delhi, marked an important milestone following the alliance’s transition from CAARJ to ARISE. The meeting brought together members and partners to share progress since the coalition’s launch, review action plans across thematic priorities, and strengthen collective engagement on advancing abortion rights and access in India.Discussions focused on advancing action plans related to improving access for vulnerable groups, discussions with Medical Boards, monitoring and responding to anti-abortion narratives, developing legal and policy guidance, and supporting providers navigating legal and regulatory barriers. Members also deliberated on communication strategies, the ARISE website, membership expansion, coalition governance, and mechanisms for deeper engagement of General Body membersThe meeting concluded with a…

The CAARJ consultation, co-convened by FPA India and Ipas Development Foundation, brought together coalition members to review progress, strengthen collaboration, and strategize responses to the growing anti-abortion opposition in India. The meeting focused on key areas including expanding access to abortion within the legal framework, countering opposition narratives, and advancing abortion decriminalization efforts. Participants discussed rights-based and inclusive communication approaches, examined challenges faced by marginalized groups in accessing abortion care, and explored stronger advocacy, media, and coalition-building strategies. The consultation concluded with recommendations to strengthen coalition structures, develop shared messaging, and define future advocacy and action priorities.

The ARISE Consultation held in Mumbai on March 16-17, 2026, marked the first in-person convening of the alliance following the transition of CAARJ to ARISE. The meeting brought together Steering Committee members, thematic working groups, and partner organizations to develop a time-bound action plan across ARISE's three priority areas: expanding access to safe abortion services, countering opposition to abortion, and navigating legal and policy barriers affecting implementation of the MTP Act.The consultation focused on translating earlier discussions into concrete actions, including strengthening advocacy narratives, improving access for vulnerable groups, enhancing the functioning of Medical Boards, and developing legal and policy guidance for providers and stakeholders. Participants also deliberated on coalition strengthening through communications, digital presence, fundraising, reporting mechanisms, and accountability…