Policy Analysis
Top Facts & Statistics
$3.00
reduction in cost of maternal, newborn and abortion care for every $1 spent on contraceptive services beyond the current level$10.60
the annual per-person cost in LMICs to meet the need for essential sexual and reproductive health services$1.7B
estimated total cost of postabortion care in LMICs
Hear From An Expert
Addressing unmet need for modern contraception supports health and well-being among women and their families, and improves nations' abilities to meet their development goals. Contraceptive care is a cost-effective health intervention that helps fulfill women's sexual and reproductive rights.
Ann Biddlecom
Director of International Research