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Honduran Judges Strengthen Human Rights and Gender Expertise at American University
Three Honduran judges are participating in the Summer Program on Human Rights and Gender at American University Washington College of Law, an advanced academic initiative designed to strengthen judicial capacity in the application of international human rights...

Optio Trains 80 Public Defenders to Strengthen Justice for Women Facing Criminalization After Obstetric Emergencies
This week, Optio, in partnership with the National Public Defense Office of Honduras, launched a national training workshop on effective criminal defense in cases involving obstetric emergencies. The training brought together 80 public defenders from nearly every...

Promoting Confidentiality and Respectful Care at Honduras’ National Congress of Gynecology
Optio participated in Honduras’ National Congress of Gynecology, one of the country’s most important academic and professional forums focused on women’s health. The event provided an opportunity to engage with healthcare professionals from across the country and...

Strengthening Healthcare Responses for Survivors of Sexual Violence in Honduras
Providing timely, compassionate, and comprehensive care to survivors of sexual violence is essential to protecting their health, dignity, and rights. To strengthen the quality of care available in Honduras, Optio recently conducted a training on the National Protocol...

Every Minute Counts: Strengthening Clinical Response to Obstetric Emergencies
The ability to recognize and respond quickly to obstetric emergencies can make the difference between life and death. Strengthening the skills of healthcare providers is essential to reducing maternal mortality and ensuring that women receive timely, high-quality care...

Expanding Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health Information in Olancho
Optio, in partnership with ASHONPLAFA, carried out a series of health fairs and awareness-raising workshops in communities and educational centers across Olancho, Honduras, to strengthen access to information on sexual and reproductive health and rights. The...