Family Planning Policy Environment in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: Levers of Positive Change and Prospects for Sustainability
Mukaba, T.; Binanga, A.; Fohl, S.; Bertrand, J.T.
Global Health Science and Practice 3(2): 163-173
2015
ISSN/ISBN: 2169-575X PMID: 26085015 DOI: 10.9745/ghsp-d-14-00244Document Number: 636708
Building on expressed support from the Prime Minister to the Ministries of Health and Planning, the country's new family planning commitment grew out of: (1) recognition of the impact of family planning on maternal mortality and economic development; (2) knowledge sharing of best practices from other African countries; (3) participatory development of a national strategic plan; (4) strong collaboration between stakeholders; (5) effective advocacy by champions including country and international experts; and (6) increased donor support. The question becomes: Will the favorable policy environment translate into effective local programming?