Youths in Papua New Guinea are encouraged to use family planning methods to avoid unwanted pregnancy and other social issues.
Peer educator at the University of PNG Benaiah Nari called on youths to come forward and seek family planning information, be advised by professionals and access family planning services.
Nari said that with the launch of Marie Stopes media campaign on promoting the National Family Planning Policy 2014, we need a collaborative effort from all stakeholders to implement this policy.
“We need health professionals to be free from their personal beliefs and give fair treatment and information to all who seek the service.
“We also need strong leadership and commitment to support our Government to fully implement the national family policy,” Nari said.
Family planning methods practiced in PNG include tubal ligation, non-scalpel vasectomy, implant and emergency contraceptive pill.
He challenged young people that with family planning, they can finish their education, work and earn an income.