Knowledge About Family Planning Among Marginalized Communities in Bangladesh

Abstract

Family planning is a vital component of reproductive health that enables individuals to make informed decisions about their fertility and plan for the timing and spacing of their pregnancies. However, marginalized communities, often face significant barriers to accessing family planning information and services, resulting in higher rates of unintended pregnancies and poor reproductive health outcomes. This chapter summarizes the current state of knowledge about knowledge related to family planning among marginalized communities, including the factors that shape knowledge, the implications for reproductive health outcomes, and the strategies for improving knowledge and access to family planning information and services. The review highlights the need for continued research, advocacy, and policy development to ensure equitable access to family planning information and services for all individuals, regardless of their demographic characteristics.

Citation

Islam, M.R. (2024), "Knowledge About Family Planning Among Marginalized Communities in Bangladesh", Family Planning and Sustainable Development in Bangladesh: Empowering Marginalized Communities in Asian Contexts (Diverse Perspectives on Creating a Fairer Society), Emerald Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 85-102. https://doi.org/10.1108/978-1-83549-164-520241006