The Directorate General of Family Planning (DGFP) has taken several steps to reduce the discontinuation rates of temporary methods: Previously all doses of injectable contraceptives (DMPA) were given by the health facility based Family Welfare Visitors (FWV) only. Community level FP providers i.e. Family Welfare Assistants (FWA) were not allowed to give injectables. The policy has… Continue reading Bangladesh Official Report and 2014 Commitment Update
