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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Reproductive Health
  • Gender Studies

Background:

  • Family planning initiatives have historically centered on women, despite male contraceptive methods like condoms and vasectomy.
  • Current programming often views men as supporters of female partners rather than direct contraceptive users.
  • The perception of family planning as solely a "women's issue" is outdated and hinders comprehensive reproductive health services.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the current landscape of interventions reaching men as contraceptive users.
  • To identify key strategies for enhancing family planning programs to include men as primary users.
  • To advocate for a paradigm shift in family planning programming to be more inclusive of men and boys.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive review of 47 interventions specifically designed to engage men in family planning.
  • Analysis of programming approaches, successes, and identified gaps in serving men as contraceptive users.
  • Synthesis of findings to formulate actionable recommendations for future programming.

Main Results:

  • Existing programs inadequately serve men and boys as contraceptive users.
  • Men express a desire for reproductive health information and services.
  • Evidence shows men respond positively to targeted programming, indicating potential for increased uptake.

Conclusions:

  • There is a clear need and opportunity to strengthen family planning programs for men as users.
  • Key considerations include accessible services, addressing gender norms, policy inclusion, and research.
  • Expanding contraceptive options for men is crucial for advancing reproductive health equity.