What is Reproductive Well-Being?
Reproductive well-being means that all people have equitable access to the information, services, and support they need to have control over their bodies, and to make their own decisions related to sexuality and reproduction throughout their lives.
This powerful idea, if shared by everyone, would dramatically change the care people receive, the opportunities available to them, and the systems of support that surround them. But it is not reality—or even a shared idea or priority—today. Too many people—especially those who are young, economically disadvantaged, facing racism and discrimination, or otherwise marginalized—lack the power to decide if, when, and under what circumstances to have or raise a child. We have an urgent imperative to build, align, and enhance the systems that support people, and to create a culture of equity, empowerment, and autonomy.