Côte d’Ivoire

Pathfinder works with local partners in Côte d’Ivoire to strengthen access to and use of quality contraceptive services and promote free postpartum and immediate post-abortion contraception. Our work improves the lives of women and girls, engaging men and boys in family planning as supportive partners and agents of social and behavior change.  

In Côte d’Ivoire, Pathfinder provides invaluable support to the Ministry of Health, making quality sexual and reproductive health services accessible. This includes improving access to postpartum family planning; linking communities and health systems so that women, men, and youth, regardless of their circumstances, have access to quality health services; and strengthening the capacity of health providers to deliver quality contraceptive care. 

Contraceptive Access for All  
Pathfinder is supporting the government to scale up availability of free family planning services. We work across procurement, service delivery, and data systems to improve access to contraception. At the same time, we partner with community-based organizations, community health workers, and youth organizations to increase demand for contraception. With our local partners, we apply social and behavior change approaches to eliminate stigma related to contraception and promote contraceptive access for all. We engage men and boys in contraceptive programs for greater gender equity in relationships, families, and communities.

Adolescent and Youth Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights 
Pathfinder has supported and engaged adolescents and youth so that they can make informed and knowledgeable decisions about their sexual and reproductive health. We have used evidence-based curricula that promote reflection on gender norms, attitudes, and behaviors, and digital technologies to promote healthy sexual and reproductive behaviors.