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The Guttmacher Institute advances sexual and reproductive health worldwide through an interrelated program of social science research, public education and policy analysis. For nearly four decades, Guttmacher has demonstrated that scientific evidence — when reliably collected and analyzed, compellingly presented and systematically disseminated — can make a difference in policies, programs and medical practice.

The Institute's work focuses on four key program areas, each with a set of goals, objectives and target audiences. Click on an area below to learn more.

KEY PROGRAM AREAS

Protecting the Next Generation: Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health

Adding it Up: Sexual and Reproductive Health Services and Financing

Rights and Responsibilities: Healthy Pregnancies, Contraception and Abortion

Healthy Sexuality: Relationships, Intimacy and Sexual Behavior

Highlights

At the 5th African Population Conference in Arusha, Tanzania, in December, Guttmacher and colleagues from nine African institutions hosted a special session to launch “Protecting the Next Generation: Learning From Adolescents to Prevent HIV and Unintended Pregnancy,” (PDF) a global report highlighting the need for comprehensive sex education starting in primary school. The Honorable Justin Malewezi, former vice president of Malawi, gave the keynote address.

Akinrinola Bankole chairs panel at Arusha

Dr. Akinrinola Bankole of Guttmacher (center) chaired the panel session