Access to family planning services is recognized internationally as a human right, as there are few rights more fundamental than the ability to choose whether, when, and with whom to have children. Expanding access to family planning services also yields myriad social, economic, and environmental benefits and is vital for achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals for 2030, including for climate action. Download this resource to learn more about how and why increasing access to comprehensive reproductive health care is an essential component of sustainable development and can play a vital role in climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience building efforts globally.
This slide deck investigates the role of increased access to voluntary family planning services in global efforts to mitigate and adapt to climate change, facilitate sustainable development, and increase health outcomes for women, families, communities, and societies.