World Contraception Day is an annual event that takes place on September 26 in several countries around the world. The day aims to raise awareness about contraception and to promote informed decisions regarding sexual and reproductive health. World Contraception Day was launched in 2007. The mission of the WCD is to improve awareness of contraception and to enable young people to make informed choices on their sexual health, prevent unintended pregnancies, and improve maternal and child health outcomes.

World Contraception Day educates people about the availability of reliable information about contraception, reproductive rights, and safe sexual practices. In this article, let’s know more about World Contraception Day 2024 date and the significance of this international event. In this article, let’s know more about World Contraception Day 2024 date and the significance of this global event.

World Contraception Day 2024 Date

World Contraception Day 2024 will be observed on Thursday, September 26.

World Contraception Day Significance

World Contraception Day is an important day that aims to raise awareness about the various contraceptive methods available, helping individuals and couples choose the method that best suits their needs and circumstances. As per UN data, the right of all couples and individuals to decide freely and responsibly on the number and spacing of their children was asserted at the International Conference on Population and Development in 1994, and is reflected in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

The day also highlights the importance of comprehensive sexual health education to reduce the rates of unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

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