February is National Condom Month, a time to celebrate and set the record straight about one of the most well-known and accessible contraceptive methods. In the United States, 6.2 million women rely on the male condom, with condoms especially popular … Continue Reading
Contraceptives and Condoms, Family Planning
Earlier this year, I presented five reasons why people should support female condoms. To summarize: they give women options, they’re empowering and female-initiated, they’re improving with new technology, and they’re getting less expensive as demand increases. Not convinced? Well, here’s … Continue Reading
Contraceptives and Condoms, Family Planning
Who is Carl Djerassi? While his name probably doesn’t ring a bell, odds are you or someone you know has benefited from his work. Djerassi, who died January 30 at the age of 91, was one of the chemists responsible … Continue Reading
Contraceptives and Condoms, Family Planning
Last week, the Bill and Melinda Gates released their annual letter, setting out their “big bets” for the next 15 years of global development. Key to achieving their vision is the empowerment of women and girls, and the above video … Continue Reading
Contraceptives and Condoms, Family Planning, U.S. Foreign Assistance
Warning: This piece includes spoilers for the most recent season of Downton Abbey. For the women of Downton Abbey, this season has brought some struggles when it comes to reproductive rights. In the most direct family planning plotline, savvy Lady … Continue Reading
