In Somalia, CCP is working with partners to increase acceptance of and access to birth spacing as a way to keep mothers and babies healthy.
CCP, as part of WISH2 project, trained media professionals to help women and adolescents understand their rights to family planning access, regardless of age or marital status.
CCP research finds that radio exposure, knowledge about contraceptives, and family size are strongest factors influencing use of modern family planning methods.
“When couples talk, they better understand one another and behaviors change,” says CCP’s Habtamu Tamene. “And when behaviors change, so do outcomes for mothers and babies.”
From the booth to spotlight sessions and presentations, join CCP at ICFP, which begins Monday, Nov. 3, in Bogotá, Colombia.
“The government, with the right tools, can make family planning uptake sustainable, without constant support from outside donors,” says CCP’s Olukunle Omotoso.
Family planning use rose after CCP-led interventions that focused on all members of the family, not just women.
CCP trained workshop participants on a transformative tool designed to help providers and young clients build mutual understanding and trust.
“When we engage men … as partners who care deeply about the health and well-being of their families, we create opportunities for real change,” says one co-author.
CCP-led social and behavior change messaging workshop suggested ways to move forward. “My perspective has changed,” said one Imam.
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