Our region, Asia and the Pacific, is home to more than half of the world’s 8 billion population. Changing demographic trends, characterized by overall lower fertility and mortality rates, as well as rapid urbanization and migration pose challenges and opportunities. Our focus on addressing these issues remains steadfast so that women, girls and young people can access inclusive and quality sexual and reproductive health and rights and that they can exercise their rights and their choices are fulfilled.
In 2022, we picked up the pace and made headway in many areas, helping organize the International Conference of Family Planning in Thailand, responding to 45 major humanitarian disasters, launching a regional advocacy campaign to raise awareness on addressing gender-based violence, supporting efforts to upskill midwives, engaging in value-based dialogues with community members and stakeholders to co-create pathways to reduce harmful practices and social norms, and more.