This commentary, published in the International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics, highlights crucial interventions required to end fistula.
Fistula elimination necessitates protecting women's/girls’ human rights and addressing social determinants that affect their ability to “survive, thrive and transform”.
Enhanced awareness-raising and advocacy; improved research, data, monitoring and evaluation; holistic social reintegration and survivor empowerment; and community engagement are additional key strategies for realizing the ambitious goal to end fistula by 2030.