- What do you think are the reasons of high unmet need of FP in the Philippines?
There are several reasons, in my opinion, for the high unmet need for family planning in the Philippines. The first is knowledge, awareness, and education. Many Filipino families are unaware of what family planning is and how it works. This is also due to the parents' educational backgrounds. The majority of families in the marginalized area are not well educated about family planning.
Finally, knowing how to do family planning is not the end of the process. The resources required by the family to begin or continue family planning is another factor contributing to the Philippines' high unmet need for family planning. There aren't enough resources to meet every family's needs.
- What are ways you can suggest to increase the practice of FP in the country? Give least 1-2 suggestions.
- Educate – education is our constant solution. Families will be more knowledgeable and aware of the importance of family planning and how it works if they receive a proper education. This will also facilitate other families in initiating their own family planning.
- Adequate support and resources – having a sufficient supply and resources for family planning is also significant, as this will support the family in maintaining their family planning on a continuous basis.