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New publication: Women’s empowerment strongly influences contraceptive use patterns in sub-Saharan Africa
As part of the family planning multi-country study, a recent article published in the peer-reviewed journal Contraception provides evidence linking...

Join Our Sessions at IMNHC 2026!
Countdown researchers will host a side session and present in panel sessions at the International Maternal Newborn Health Conference (IMNHC)...

Webinar: Showcasing Countdown Fellows’ Accomplishments
Countdown to 2030 Cohort 2 and 3 fellows pose for a group photo during the 2025 Country Annual Meeting in...

Countdown to 2030 Fellowship Program Impact Dialogue Series: Showcasing Fellows’ Research and Policy Engagement Journeys
Since its launch in 2023, the Countdown to 2030 Fellowship program has focused on strengthening sustainable, country-led research and...

Analyses Spotlight Both Progress and Inequities in Ethiopia
Ethiopia has implemented various strategies and programs during the last two decades to improve the access of the health services...

Crystal Clear or Clear as Mud? Global Maternal Newborn Health Priorities in 2026
Efforts to set global maternal newborn health priorities remain challenged by limited resources and lack of clarity around how to...
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