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ReproductiveJusticeJournal
Advancing SRHR at the Intersection of Gender, Climate, and Mental Health.
Journal in Action
A necessity to look at SRHR through a wider lens.
Mine began with a loss that should never have happened. At just 46 years old, my mother passed away from complications related to fibroids, a manageable condition that, in a just world, should never have been a death sentence. That loss was followed by the tragic death of a childhood friend due to an unsafe abortion. Together, these experiences left a trauma that never truly fades. They were not simply personal tragedies; they were systemic failures that exposed the devastating consequences of unequal access to healthcare. These realizations transformed my grief into purpose. As I learned more about the systemic realities women and girls face, I realized that these barriers become even more severe during humanitarian crises and climate-related emergencies. I experienced this harsh reality firsthand during the Ebola outbreak in Liberia, where already fragile health systems were completely disrupted, and the most vulnerable were left behind. This lived experience further strengthened my lifelong commitment to advocating for equitable sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) services, especially when emergencies strike.
I am Pauline Faith Gartor, and I have spent over a decade turning that grief into grit. From the streets of Liberia to the halls of the London School...
Health is a social justice issue, and justice is not a luxury; it is a fundamental human right.
Our Vision
A world where every individual, regardless of geography or gender has the autonomy, resources, and environment to thrive in their reproductive lives.
Our Mission
To serve as a premier resource hub that bridges the gap between research, implementation and policy, providing the tools, opportunities, and insights needed to advance Reproductive Justice Globally.
What You Will Find Here
Deep-Dive Articles
Analyzing intersectionality with SRHR , climate and mental health.
Opportunity Board
Curated lists of Fellowships, Scholarships, and Internships and Jobs Opportunities.
Research & Toolkits
Practical resources for researchers, advocates and NGOs.
Advocacy in Action
Updates on regional and global campaigns.
Pauline Faith Gartor
Public Health Professional | SRHR Specialist | Researcher | Development & Resource Mobilization Expert
Pauline is a seasoned public health professional with over a decade of experience advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), gender equality, and youth empowerment globally.
Her journey is deeply rooted in personal experience, resilience, and transformative leadership. Driven by the preventable loss of her mother at the age of 46 and a childhood friend due to unsafe abortion, Pauline has dedicated her life and career to ensuring that health is recognized and protected as a fundamental human right, particularly for women, girls, and marginalized communities.
Today, her work focuses on strengthening health systems and advancing evidence-based approaches to Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights, with a specialization in humanitarian and emergency settings, where crises often deepen existing health inequities.
Expertise & Global Leadership
Academic Background: Pauline holds a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Liberia and a Master of Science in Sexual Reproductive Health Policy and Programming from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM).
Founder & Social Innovator: She is the Founder of the Girls Health Alliance and the Global Changemakers Academy, leading initiatives focused on youth leadership, Sexual reproductive health and rights, and NGO sustainability.
Regional Leadership: Pauline served as the head of the National Children and Youth Advisory Board of Liberia and as Co-Chairperson of the Mano River Youth Network, strengthening regional collaboration across Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Guinea.
Research & Policy: Currently serving as an SRHR Research Intern at Africa CDC, contributing to evidence generation and policy analysis across the continent.
Through The Reproductive Justice Journal, Pauline continues to bridge the gap between grassroots activism, research, and global health policy by amplifying evidence-based solutions and youth perspectives.
ACADEMIC
MSc. Sexual Reproductive Health Policy and Programming - London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
GLOBAL ADVOCACY
Plenary speaker at Women Deliver 2023 & UN Women Youth Activist.
RESOURCE MOBILIZATION
Extensive experience in development strategy and donor partnerships.
AFRICA CDC
Contributing to continental SRHR research and policy analysis.
Institutional Impact
Global recognitions and strategic alliances across the reproductive justice landscape.
Women Deliver
SRHR Innovation, Young Leader, and 2023 Plenary Speaker
Plan International
Youth Ambassador / Girls’ Rights Advocate
Sprout Fellow
Ignite Philanthropy. Systems Leadership, Social Innovation & Child Protection.
Why Now?
"We are at a crossroads. Climate displacement is impacting maternal health; mental health crises are rising, and gender justice remains under threat. But there is hope in data, power in policy, and strength in community."
I invite you to explore, learn, and advance SRHR with us. This isn't just my journal; it’s our collective resource hub for change.
Pauline Faith Gartor
Founder & Lead Contributor