Deadline: 28-Mar-2026
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is seeking applications to strengthen sexual and reproductive health services in Laguna Province, focusing on high-burden, disaster-prone, and conflict-affected areas. The initiative targets maternal health gaps, improves telemedicine integration, and strengthens reproductive health service networks.
About the Initiative
The UNFPA initiative aims to ensure accessible, high-quality, and comprehensive sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) services for vulnerable populations. The program prioritizes areas with high maternal mortality, especially in Laguna Province, and focuses on systemic improvements in healthcare delivery.
Key objectives include:
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Strengthening health systems for reproductive and maternal health (RMH)
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Enhancing reproductive health services at the facility and community level
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Improving sexual and reproductive health access for vulnerable populations
Key Challenges Addressed
The program targets preventable maternal mortality and complications, particularly hypertensive disorders of pregnancy such as pre-eclampsia and eclampsia, which most affect women in their late 20s to 30s. Systemic gaps identified include:
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Incomplete antenatal care engagement
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Delays in identifying high-risk pregnancies
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Fragmented referral systems
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Weak public–private integration of healthcare services
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Suboptimal continuity of care across antenatal, delivery, postnatal, and emergency obstetric services
Integrated Approach
UNFPA implements a dual-component, integrated model to address these gaps:
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Reproductive and Maternal Health (RMH) Service Delivery Network Strengthening
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Provider mapping and capacity assessment
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Integration between public and private health providers
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Referral optimization and streamlined patient flow
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Quality assurance and monitoring mechanisms
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Telemedicine and System Support
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Enhancement of the Provincial Government of Laguna’s GobSol App
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Telemedicine as a digital entry point, triage mechanism, and referral navigator
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Linking digital and facility-based services for a seamless end-to-end RMH continuum
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Who Can Apply
UNFPA will select an Implementing Partner capable of delivering both components under a unified systems framework. Eligible partners are organisations with experience in:
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Healthcare system strengthening
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Telemedicine or digital health solutions
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Reproductive and maternal health program delivery
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Public–private collaboration in healthcare networks
Expected Outcomes
Successful implementation will result in:
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A strengthened Reproductive and Maternal Health Service Delivery Network
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An enhanced telemedicine platform for reproductive and maternal health services
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Improved maternal health outcomes, particularly the reduction of preventable complications and mortality
Why It Matters
This initiative addresses critical maternal health challenges in Laguna Province, bridging gaps in healthcare access, referral systems, and continuity of care. By combining digital and facility-based interventions, the program ensures more equitable, timely, and quality SRHR services for women in vulnerable and high-risk communities.
How to Apply
Step 1: Confirm Eligibility
Ensure your organisation has experience in maternal health, SRHR service delivery, and digital health integration.
Step 2: Prepare Proposal
Include:
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Technical approach to strengthen RMH service networks
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Plan for telemedicine integration and use of the GobSol App
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Evidence of past performance in similar healthcare projects
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Monitoring and evaluation framework for maternal health outcomes
Step 3: Submit Application
Applications must be submitted through the UNFPA application portal, following all instructions for technical, financial, and organizational documentation.
Step 4: Evaluation
Proposals will be assessed based on:
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Technical capacity and experience
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Feasibility and sustainability of interventions
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Integration of digital and facility-based solutions
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Potential to achieve measurable maternal health improvements
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Who can apply? Organisations with experience in healthcare delivery, telemedicine, and maternal and reproductive health programs.
2. What areas are targeted? High-burden, disaster-prone, and conflict-affected areas of Laguna Province, Philippines.
3. What outcomes are expected? Strengthened RMH service networks, enhanced telemedicine platforms, and improved maternal health outcomes.
4. What health issues are prioritised? Preventable maternal complications, particularly hypertensive disorders of pregnancy such as pre-eclampsia and eclampsia.
5. What components does the program include? RMH service network strengthening and telemedicine system support via the GobSol App.
6. Is public–private collaboration required? Yes, integration of public and private healthcare providers is a key element.
7. How will success be measured? Improved service delivery, referral systems, continuity of care, and measurable reductions in maternal health risks.
Conclusion
The UNFPA Laguna Sexual and Reproductive Health Initiative provides a critical opportunity to strengthen maternal health systems, integrate digital and facility-based services, and reduce preventable maternal complications. By funding an Implementing Partner to deliver this dual-component program, UNFPA aims to improve access, quality, and continuity of reproductive and maternal health services for vulnerable women in Laguna Province.
For more information, visit UN Partner Portal.