Beverlyne Polet

As we celebrate Women’s Day, I take pride in honoring the incredible girls and women who have claimed their space to ensure the voiceless are heard. As a reproductive health nurse specialist, I dedicate my time to empowering women with knowledge and access to family planning, giving them the power to make informed choices about their reproductive health.

Family planning is not just about contraception; it is about ensuring the well-being of mothers and their babies. When women have access to reliable contraceptive methods, they can plan pregnancies at the right time, reducing maternal and infant mortality rates. Well-spaced pregnancies allow mothers to recover fully, nurture their children, and provide better healthcare and nutrition.

Beyond health, family planning is a key driver of economic empowerment. Women who can control their fertility have greater opportunities to pursue education, careers, and entrepreneurship, leading to financial independence. This, in turn, boosts household income and contributes to national economic growth.

Socially, when women can make informed reproductive choices, they engage more in leadership, community development, and advocacy. It fosters gender equality, giving women the autonomy to make life decisions without external pressure. Family planning also strengthens relationships by allowing couples to plan their future together.

On this Women’s Day, let us celebrate those championing reproductive rights and ensuring every woman has the power to decide when and how to have children. Together, we can create a society where every woman is informed, empowered, and in control of her future.

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Family planning is more than contraception, it’s about health, empowerment, and economic growth for women and communities