In this episode of the Talking Global Maternal & Child Health podcast, Dr. Elizabeth Kirkwood and Professor Camille Raynes-Greenow discuss the role that gender plays in health interventions and outcomes in low resource settings. Dr. Elizabeth Kirkwood discusses why it’s important to think about gender and health, in particular for women and children’s health, as well as the work they are currently doing exploring the role of gender on two large clinical trials in Bangladesh.

As part of the 2023 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, the Voices to End FGM/C project has launched a podcast series. The initial episodes of this podcast series lay the groundwork for an exploration of some of the complex familial, cultural, and political contexts of FGM/C. Some episodes bring in guests who have acted in their capacity as partners, therapists, public health professionals, and elected officials to speak out against FGM/C.

Season 6 of the Inside the FP Story podcast will discuss the fundamentals of sexual and reproductive health—going beyond the sometimes-narrow definition of “family planning” to discuss issues like HIV, menstrual health, and self-care. The season features practical examples and experiences from community members, health providers, and program implementers from diverse settings to put research and programs into context.

Data shows that women and girls still experience poverty at higher levels than men and there is still a notable discrepancy between the number of men and women in leadership positions. In this podcast, data-driven funders explore the role of data and evidence in addressing gender inequity, and where there is room to grow.

This season of Inside the FP Story, family planning program implementers, health providers, and community members explore the reasons why an intersectional lens is necessary for sexual and reproductive health programs, including family planning. Also, family planning and reproductive health (FP/RH) clients share how their identities have led to unique needs, challenges, and opportunities obtaining FP/RH services—and offer recommendations for better meeting their needs.

The “Inside the FP Story” podcast explores the fundamentals of designing and implementing family planning programming. Season 3 will explore how to approach gender integration in family planning programs—including reproductive empowerment, gender-based violence prevention and response, and male engagement. Hear from a variety of guests as they offer practical examples and specific guidance on integrating gender awareness and equality within their family planning programs. The podcast launches Wednesday, April 20, with new episodes released every Wednesday until May 3.