At least 1 million women have lost access to aid after funding cuts, UN says
Summary
The United Nations reports that at least 1 million women have lost access to important aid due to funding cuts over the past 18 months. These cuts followed reduced foreign aid from the United States starting in early 2025, affecting many women’s organizations worldwide and limiting services for women and girls in crisis.Key Facts
- Over 1 million women have lost aid after budget cuts in the last 18 months.
- UN Women surveyed 855 women’s organizations in 52 countries about the impact.
- 84% of these groups reported increased needs since January 2025.
- The U.S., the largest UN donor, cut foreign aid after President Trump took office in 2025.
- About 90% of the women’s groups say they can no longer meet current demands.
- 20% of these organizations expect to close temporarily or permanently within a year.
- Conflict-related sexual violence doubled last year, increasing the need for support.
- Global development aid fell nearly 25% in 2025, the biggest drop on record.
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