Top Facts & Statistics
75%
approximate reduction in unintended pregnancies if all unmet need for modern contraception were satisfied in developing regions$2.20
reduction in cost of pregnancy-related care for every $1 spent on contraceptive services above the current level214M
women in developing regions want to avoid pregnancy but are not using a modern contraceptive method
Hear From An Expert
While most unintended pregnancies are caused by nonuse of contraceptives, contraceptive failure is also a significant underlying cause. The Institute’s work on estimating contraceptive failure rates can help providers, program managers and policymakers to better assist women and couples to avoid contraceptive failure and have the number of children they desire at the time(s) that they feel ready and able to do so
Chelsea Polis
Senior Research Scientist