Global research and learning agenda for building evidence on contraceptive-induced menstrual changes

2022

Cover page of the CIMC research and learning agenda CIMC CoP
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The following provide resources for the Global Research and Learning Agenda (RLA) to address contraceptive-induced menstrual changes (CIMCs), which are often overlooked in both family planning and menstrual health fields. The agenda identifies key research gaps and proposes four focused agendas—measurement, biomedical R&D, social-behavioral research, and programmatic approaches—to guide future efforts in improving contraceptive development, policy, and user-centered care globally.

Read the publication of this RLA in Gates Open Research here.
Access the full RLA here.
Watch a recording of the RLA dissemination event below: