We #ChoosetoChallenge the myths, misconceptions, stigma, socio-cultural and religious norms, service barriers, and the many challenges causing inadequate awareness, non-acceptance, and unmet need for family planning we see among women, girls, and families.
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Contraceptive Prevalence Rate is the percentage of women who use any contraceptive method.
'The contraceptive prevalence rate (CPR) is 17% among currently married women age 15-49.' - Nigeria demographic and Health Survey, 2018.
Higher rates mean better health for women.
Unmarried women have a right to access modern contraceptives as they plan their lives. This video shows how health professionals (doctors, nurses, midwives etc) should treat unmarried women seeking life planning methods.