A participant mentioned that ,Men are not involved in discussing pregnancy hence their lack of involvement of FP.
Understanding what women go through will enable them to participate in FP /Reproductive discussion
#TCINigeri. @getitotgetherNG
Speak the language men’s want to hear will aid their involvement in FP discussions. By designing messages that is tailored to men instead of women alone. Most programs are centered on women alone.
@getittogetherNG@gatesfoundation
"By intensifying and censoring messages on social media, we can ensure the dissemination of accurate information." In other to ensure Male Involvement in FP advocacy.
#TCINigeria@gatesfoundation@LSMOH@getittogetherNG
To achieve male involvement in using FP methods”Assessment needs to be done and identifying key stakeholders and Capacity building “ when comparing about Northern and Southern Nigeria .
@Abiology Mentioned that “Media should help in inviting Men to discuss about male involvement in Family planning”. Media should help in bringing unknown person instead of bringing in well known personnel’s .
#TCINigeria@getittogetherNG#FPLagos. @lsmoh
@Abiology “we need to be deliberate about our Policies and Program Implementation to ensure more men are involved “. Designing inclusive programs to ensure men are involved and tailoring messages to men to ensure they are involved.
@getittogetherNG@Devcoms
What is the social or cultural barrier around family planning ?
@Abiology responded that men believed they do not need to involve in women’s business because they feel Family planning is meant for women as a result of their “Ego”.
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Topic: Creating a Culture of Shared Responsibility through Proactive Male Involvement in Family Planning
👤 Speaker: Abiodun Ajayi – Public Health Advocate
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A lot of youths believe family planning is only for married people, which is a big misconception.
It’s great to hear professionals clarify that it’s also about education, spacing children, and avoiding unintended consequences.
More awareness like this is needed.