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FPNN Uncovers Stories at APC and Beyond: Transformative Discussions Shaping the Future of Family Planning

Jun 25, 2024

The Family Planning News Network (FPNN) has revealed a collection of compelling reproductive health stories from the ninth African Population Conference (APC) in Lilongwe, Malawi. This year’s conference brought together advocates, demographers, healthcare professionals, and policymakers from across Africa and the world.

FPNN Community Reporters Esenam Amuzu and Innocent Grant spoke with fellow attendees to capture the essence of the conference. They dove into some of the most pressing population health issues and areas of growth of today!

Additionally, FPNN Community Host Nthanda Manduwi, from Malawi herself, connected with various figures at APC. She set the scene for the state of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) in the region.

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Webinars: Navigating Abstract Submission for ICFP 2025

Submit Your Research: ICFP 2025 Abstract Portal Open January – March 15

ICFP 2025 Call for Abstract Reviewers

ICFP Abstract Submissions Now Open!

Deadline: 15 March 2025 at 11:59 PM ET

ICFP 2025—taking place 3–6 November 2025 in Bogotá, Colombia—invites abstracts in English, French, and Spanish presenting cutting-edge research, program, and advocacy results related to sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). See full details and submit an abstract at the link below.

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ICFP 2025 Theme — Equity Through Action: Advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights for All

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