FP2030 Newsletters Archives - Family Planning 2030

The latest from FP2030

Dear colleagues, I’m writing to you at the tail end of an exceptional month for FP2030. First, we’re proud to share that Honduras is officially the first-ever country in the Latin America region to make an FP2030 commitment. This is a monumental occasion as FP2020 was only open to 69 focus countries — the countries… Continue reading The latest from FP2030

International Women’s Day at FP2030

Dear colleagues, Tomorrow is International Women’s Day. As we mark this occasion, do you know what I think women want? Above all else, women want to be listened to. Too often, experts in every field want to tell women what to do. We hear them say: “You shouldn’t have any more children – you can’t afford… Continue reading International Women’s Day at FP2030

The latest from FP2030

Khamhla Tongburan works at a small garment factory on the outskirts of Bangkok with 15 other workers. Together they form the Solidarity Group, a collective of former factory garment workers who now run their own enterprise, providing fair wages and working hours in a safe environment. The Solidarity Group has its own brand: "Dignity Returns." Members have joined other home-based garment worker groups under HomeNet Thailand's Informal Worker Association to establish a garment cooperative.

Dear colleagues, Have you heard our recent announcement? FP2030 is proud to share the launch of a new funding mechanism, the FP2030 Partnership Fund. This fund is uniquely tailored to meet the needs of organizations or stakeholders that might not be served by traditional funding models, particularly youth-led organizations, feminist or grass-roots organizations, and a… Continue reading The latest from FP2030

What FP2030 Managing Directors Hope to Achieve in 2024

Asia & Pacific Hub – Sumita Banjeree In 2024, a primary focus for the Asia and Pacific hub is to fortify our credibility with commitment makers and stakeholders in the region. We are committed to fostering continuous engagement, actively addressing technical support needs, and being responsive to the evolving landscape. By consistently demonstrating our dedication,… Continue reading What FP2030 Managing Directors Hope to Achieve in 2024

FP2030 Wrapped: holiday greetings from Dr. Samukeliso Dube

Hello colleagues!It is with such pleasure I write to you at the end of a remarkable year. At FP2030, 2023 was uniquely impactful, marking the final realization of the FP2030 Global Support Network, now with fully staffed hubs in five countries, with five host organizations. To mark the occasion, let’s look back at the five… Continue reading FP2030 Wrapped: holiday greetings from Dr. Samukeliso Dube

December Newsletter

COFFEY TRAINING

Dear colleagues, As we wind down 2023, FP2030 is taking stock of the incredible progress we’ve seen and looking ahead to 2024. We deepened our partnership by welcoming new communities to the FP2030 global network of commitment makers and partners, particularly environmental groups, faith-based organizations and faith leaders, NGOs fighting for the rights of LGBTI… Continue reading December Newsletter

October Newsletter

Shegitu, a health extension worker, facilitates a women's conversation on family planning (FP) at Buture Health Post. Since 2006, the Ethiopia Public Health Association (EPHA) has been building the capacity of the country's Health Extension Program and expanding access to quality community-based FP services. EPHA has trained numerous health extension workers in comprehensive FP with an emphasis on IUCD insertion, enabling many women to receive their contraceptive method of choice.

Dear colleagues, Last week, we shared the news that Maria Paula Martinez will become the first Managing Director of the Latin America and Caribbean Regional Hub. We’re so pleased to welcome her aboard. Maria is well suited to lead our work in the region, as she brings a uniquely intersectional lens and clear passion to drive universal… Continue reading October Newsletter

September Newsletter

Dear colleagues, I’m pleased to be writing to you on the heels of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City, where FP2030 was able to meet with several critical leaders about gender equality and family planning – and discuss how rights-based family planning acts as a development catalyst across the 2030 agenda. It… Continue reading September Newsletter

Wrapping up at Women Deliver

Hi all, MaryBeth here once more, closing out FP2030’s week at Women Deliver 2023! What an exhausting and exhilarating week we’ve had, with conversations, controversies, and above all, plenty of connections. For me, it was an opportunity to see dear colleagues and meet new ones. I think it was the same for FP2030 in general… Continue reading Wrapping up at Women Deliver

FP2030 Daily Dispatch from Women Deliver – Day 4

Hey all, MaryBeth back again for the fourth installment of our FP2030 Daily Dispatch from Women Deliver! Wednesday was more paradise for gender nerds and fans of sexual and reproductive health and rights at the Kigali Convention Center (KCC), with the FP2030 team buzzing around side events, concurrent sessions, and exhibit hall education spaces –… Continue reading FP2030 Daily Dispatch from Women Deliver – Day 4