Pragya: Multi-Sectoral Gendered Approach to Improve Family Planning/Reproductive Health: A Qualitative Retrospective Study

Agency : Pathfinder International, New Delhi

Pathfinder International has been working in Bihar on sexual and reproductive health and the PRACHAR project has worked to improve the health of the women and girls, and adolescents. The overall aim of this study was to develop an understanding of the gendered approach under PRACHAR project phase I and II. The objectives were to review the PRACHAR reports to understand the gender multisectoral factors and explore multisectoral linkages to improve behavioural outcomes.

The findings of the study revealed that the participants were well-informed regarding the benefits of further education as most of them desired educating their sons as well as daughters and that equal importance be accorded to them. The government's support had been substantial in providing incentives to the underprivileged. Likewise, PRACHAR's contribution towards the change was perceived as significant. Despite improvements, there was a need for regular and follow-up training to aid in the desired behaviour change.

The study team recommended efforts to create an equal and enabling environment for growth and prosperity of both the sexes.


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