As the world faces unprecedented instability—from climate change and the lingering effects of COVID-19 to economic challenges—ensuring access to reproductive health services, particularly contraception, becomes critically important, especially for vulnerable populations in humanitarian crises. Individuals in unstable settings must have the autonomy to control their own bodies and make informed decisions about their reproductive health.
Brazil’s G20 Presidency, under the theme “Building a just world and a sustainable planet,” provides a pivotal platform to address these pressing issues. The three main pillars of Brazil’s agenda—social inclusion, sustainable development, and reform of global governance—are intrinsically linked to the promotion of reproductive rights.
- Social Inclusion, Hunger, and Poverty: Brazil recognizes the urgent need for social, economic, and political inclusion for all. This includes advocating for comprehensive reproductive health services, which are vital for poverty eradication. By creating a Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty, an initiative leaded by Brazil’s G20 presidency, Family Planning can be integrated into broader health initiatives, ensuring that women, particularly those in marginalized communities, have access to essential reproductive health services.
- Sustainable Development and Energy Transitions: Addressing the social dimension of sustainable development must include reproductive health as a critical component of health systems and emergency preparedness. The G20 can play a vital role in promoting policies that ensure access to contraception as part of comprehensive health care, particularly in the context of climate-induced displacement and other emergencies.
- Reform of Global Governance Institutions: As Brazil advocates for a more representative global governance structure, it is essential to include diverse voices in discussions about reproductive health. Strengthening multilateralism and diplomacy will enhance global cooperation, ensuring that reproductive health remains a priority in international dialogues.
Under Brazil’s G20 Presidency, we urge member states to prioritize reproductive health services within the framework of family planning and emergency response. By doing so, we can empower women, enhance social inclusion, and build resilient health systems capable of responding to current and future crises.
Furthermore, in light of the upcoming joint meeting with health and finance ministers on October 31 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, we call on G20 countries to increase financing for reproductive health initiatives, ensuring that adequate resources are allocated to support comprehensive family planning programs. This financial commitment is essential not only for expanding access to contraception and reproductive health services but also for integrating these services into broader health systems. By investing in reproductive health, we strengthen health infrastructure and promote sustainable development, ultimately leading to healthier communities and more equitable societies.
Our commitment
FP2030 is a global partnership that includes governments, civil society, multilateral organizations, donors, private sector partners, and researchers, all dedicated to supporting the right to voluntary, quality contraception. Our vision is a future where everyone, everywhere, can lead healthy lives, make informed decisions about contraception and family planning, and participate equally in society and its development. The FP2030 Support Network comprises five regional hubs: North, West, and Central Africa; East and Southern Africa; Asia and the Pacific; Latin America and the Caribbean; and North America and Europe. Through these regional hubs, we can effectively address local challenges and mobilize resources to ensure that family planning remains a priority, ultimately driving progress toward our shared goals.
There is a crucial opportunity for G20 nations to play a transformative role by supporting countries to fulfil their FP2030 commitments. By leveraging their influence and resources, G20 nations can help ensure that countries, especially those facing setbacks in sexual and reproductive rights, receive the necessary support and advocacy.
This collaborative approach not only reinforces the importance of family planning as a fundamental human right but also strengthens health systems worldwide, fostering resilience and equity for all individuals, regardless of their circumstances. Together, we can take decisive action to ensure that reproductive health remains a priority on the global agenda and drive progress toward a future where every person has the freedom and ability to access the family planning services they need.
