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Knowledge, Attitudes & Practices of Syrian Refugees in Lebanon Towards Family Planning

Knowledge, Attitudes & Practices of Syrian Refugees in Lebanon Towards Family Planning
Knowledge, Attitudes & Practices of Syrian Refugees in Lebanon Towards Family Planning

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8

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UNFPA Lebanon, Beirut Arab University

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Knowledge, Attitudes & Practices of Syrian Refugees in Lebanon Towards Family Planning

Publication date

03 July 2019

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Various studies have shown that birth rates among refugees are high, possibly reflecting lack of knowledge, improper use, socio-cultural barriers, and negative attitudes towards family planning in general and contraception in particular. Indeed, family planning is a fundamental human right and a main contributor to achieving universal access to sexual and reproductive health and ensuring zero unmet needs in family planning. Additionally, family planning calls for gender equality, serving as a mean to empower women and girls, and helps alleviate the burden of unwanted pregnancies and maternal and infant mortality.