More than four months after powerful earthquakes struck Myanmar, communities are still facing compounding crises — including displacement, conflict, and flooding. Of the 6.3 million people identified as in urgent need, only 1 million have been reached so far. While Myanmar is now transitioning into the early recovery phase, conditions remain dire in many areas.
Overcrowded camps, damaged health infrastructure, and movement restrictions continue to limit access to essential services. For women, girls, persons with disabilities, and the elderly, the risk of gender-based violence (GBV) is rising amid poor shelter conditions that lack sufficient privacy and secure conditions. At the same time, sexual and reproductive health (SRH) needs are going unmet, with critical gaps in antenatal care, safe deliveries, and access to contraception, particularly in hard-to-reach and conflict-affected areas.
UNFPA continues to respond across multiple fronts. Between 3–31 July, over 5,500 individuals accessed SRH services, with a focus on family planning and maternal care. Clean delivery kits were distributed to nearly 1,500 pregnant women, and 40 safe births were supported during the reporting period. Cash and voucher assistance enabled over 300 women, girls, and boys to reach essential services, while SRH awareness sessions were delivered in earthquake-affected communities.
On the GBV front, more than 1,200 people received psychosocial support, and over 6,000 dignity kits were distributed, many to persons with disabilities. Nine Women and Girls Centres, including two newly opened safe houses, continue to serve as safe spaces for survivor-centered care and protection.
UNFPA’s emergency response plan for April to September 2025 requires US$12 million to sustain and scale up this life-saving work. As of the end of July, only $3.7 million has been mobilized — less than one-third of what is needed. This critical funding gap threatens to cut off women and girls from care at a time when demand is growing and operational challenges are escalating. Without additional support, the most vulnerable will be left without protection, medical attention, or safe spaces in a crisis that shows no sign of abating.
