Background and origin of CCIH’s definition of Family Planning
2022
CCIH’s definition of family planning is “enabling couples to determine the number and timing of pregnancies, including the voluntary use of methods for preventing pregnancy – not including abortion – harmonious with their values and religious beliefs.”This page explains more about the origin of the definition and how CCIH became involved in family planning advocacy including the 2008 membership survey to better understand member organizations’ practices and views about family planning.