Today, 26th September, the world unites to celebrate World Contraception Day.
This day raises awareness about contraceptive methods, fights stigma, and supports informed decisions for all.
This year’s theme, “A Choice for All – Agency, Intention, Access,” is a clear reminder that every person deserves the freedom and resources to plan their future without fear, stigma, or judgment. Contraceptives save lives, reduce maternal mortality, and give women and families the power to thrive.
At Milestone Initiative, with support from Heartland Alliance-Nigeria and ViiV Healthcare Positive Action, we joined hands with the Akwa Ibom State Primary Healthcare Development Agency, Marie Stopes International (MSI), The Challenge Initiative (TCI), and other partners to commemorate this day. Together, we spread the message that family planning is more than a health service; it is a fundamental right and a step toward equality.
We believe that:
• Women have the right to make informed decisions; therefore, contraceptive choice should reflect intention, safety, and dignity.
• All communities must have access to accurate information and affordable contraceptive options.
But we must also confront a hard truth that women who use and inject drugs (WWUID) face higher risks of unintended pregnancies and maternal deaths due to stigma, neglect, and poor access to healthcare. At MIHRE, we are committed to bridging this gap by integrating family planning with harm reduction because no woman should be left behind.
Through open conversations, we can break the silence, build healthier families, strengthen communities, and create a world where reproductive agency is a reality for everyone.
Happy World Contraception Day 2025

Celebrating World Contraception Day 2025

On September 11, 2025, MIHRE joined other key stakeholders in Uyo for the AKSACA 2025 CBO Meeting, which was an inspiring step forward in strengthening the HIV and GBV response in Akwa Ibom state.
The gathering highlighted the power of renewed collaboration among community-based organizations and partners, with sustainability, innovation, and passion identified as the driving forces for lasting change.
CBOs received capacity-building sessions on community engagement strategies and grant proposal writing, equipping them with practical skills to enhance interventions and mobilize resources.
The discussions also shed light on critical gaps in HIV sensitization and GBV response, underlining the urgent need for stronger awareness campaigns, robust data systems, effective anti-stigma law advocacy, and improved service coordination.
A highlight of the meeting was the recognition and presentation of certificates to validated CBOs as an affirmation of accountability that ushers in a new era of trust and motivation.
More importantly, the gathering reinforced a pivotal shift from reliance on donor support to a future defined by passion, innovation, and local accountability.
Together, we are shaping a society where health rights, dignity, and justice are not just aspirations but everyday realities.

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