U.S. Government Rejoins Worldwide Consensus on Reproductive Health
January 8, 2010
A broad coalition of organizations representing millions of Americans applauded today’s statement by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton that the United States unequivocally supports the worldwide consensus that achieving universal access to reproductive health is critical for individual health, family well-being, broader economic development and a healthy planet.
Secretary Clinton to Commemorate 15th Anniversary of International Conference on Population and Development
January 5, 2010
Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will deliver a speech commemorating the 15th anniversary of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD), on Friday, January 8, 2010 at 2:30 p.m. in the Benjamin Franklin Diplomatic Reception Room at the Department of State.
Secretary of State Clinton to Deliver Major Speech Renewing U.S. Support For Universal Access to Reproductive Health Worldwide
December 31, 2009
Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will deliver a major speech Monday, December 21, 2009 to mark the 15th year of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD). Secretary Clinton will announce the U.S. Government’s renewed support for and dedication to reaching the ICPD goals and other related UN agreements, including the Millennium Development Goals, by 2015.
Danes Announce New Funds for Population Program
December 16, 2009
Population Action International (PAI) applauds today’s announcement by Danish Minister for Development Cooperation Ulla Tørnæs to fund family planning programs as part of strategies to address the impacts of climate change. The Danish government announced a commitment of $30 million DKK, approximately $5.9 million USD, to fund the UNFPA.
Climate and Population: New Online World Map Shows How Climate Change and Population will Change the World
December 14, 2009
Climate change impacts, demographic trends and reproductive health needs are likely to affect countries’ abilities to adapt to climate change, demonstrates a new world map from Population Action International (PAI). The map highlights the potential impacts of climate change on people and the environment, projected population changes in the short- and long-term, and why responses to climate change should include family planning and reproductive health.
A Measure of the Future: Women's Sexual and Reproductive Health Risk Index for the Pacific
December 7, 2009
A Measure of the Future provides a reproductive risk index and accompanying narrative that together outline the SRHR issues that Pacific Island women continue to face. A Measure of the Future was developed for Pacific policy makers and SRHR advocates to contribute to their informed action to overcome these issues, both at a national and regional level.
Climate and Population: New Case Study Shows Climate Change Adaptation and Family Planning Challenges in Ethiopia
December 3, 2009
New PAI Case Study Shows Climate Change Adaptation and Family Planning Challenges in Ethiopia.
Linking Population, Fertility and Family Planning with Adaptation to Climate Change: Views from Ethiopia
December 3, 2009
Population Action International (PAI) and Miz-Hasab Research Center (MHRC), in collaboration with the Joint Global Change Research Institute (JGCRI), have undertaken a study to explore how communities in Ethiopia react to and cope with climate variation, which groups are considered most vulnerable, what resources communities need to adapt to climate changes, and also the role of family planning and reproductive health in increasing resilience to climate change impacts.
Letter to the Editor: Seeking Ways to Feed a Hungry World
Media Source: The New York Times
October 27, 2009
The international community's response to the global hunger crisis - to promote increased food production through agricultural innovation - is blind to the political realities that shape the global food security situation.
Why Family Planning and Reproductive Health are Critical to the Well-Being of Youth
October 23, 2009
An unprecedented number of young people are entering their reproductive years, most of whom live in the developing world. U.S. policymakers should assist in effort to ensure that youth worldwide are able to make informed decisions about their sexuality and receive the family planning and reproductive health care that they require. The U.S. should support these efforts by providing adequate funding for international family planning and reproductive health programs.
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