Fifteen Years of Progress: How Can We Protect the Gains and Open a New Chapter for Family Planning in Francophone West Africa? (By Marie Ba)

Marie Ba, Director of the Ouagadougou Partnership Coordination Unit, reflects on 15 years of progress in family planning in Francophone West Africa. The Ouagadougou Partnership, comprising nine countries, has worked since 2011 to keep family planning on the agenda and build regional cooperation. While millions more women can now shape their futures, the gains remain fragile and the needs of women and families are still urgent.

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