Haitian Government Supports National Family Planning Initiative

A state strategic initiative for maternal health and family planning, drafted in December 2012, is a three year effort, and encompasses tthe FP program. It is using the National Health Policy 2012 guidelines. The FP program also falls under a May 2013 Presidential Decree for compulsory family planning services at every health facility in Haiti.

Adoption of today's contraceptive pills and devices has been slow to catch on in women 15-49 years of age. In 2006, use of contraceptives was at 24.8% and has increased to 31% in 2012.

Rates of contraceptive use need to increase more, given Haiti's population has doubled from five million in 1975 to ten million-plus in 2013. The population is increasing by 1.6% each year.

Benefits accruing to women, who practice birth control, are fewer pregnancies, good maternal health, financial security, higher employment rates, and a healthier economy.

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