Marie Stopes Asia Pacific: Delivering Modern Contraception and High-Quality Family Planning Services in the Asia Pacific Region
Overview
Marie Stopes International Cambodia (MSIC) is one of the leading providers of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services. MSIC has been supporting women and girls in Cambodia for over twenty years. Since 1998, MSIC has established a network of clinics in the country, with seven clinics in operation. The clinics are situated in Phnom Penh (2), Kandal, Svay Rieng, Kampong Thom, Battambang, and Siem Reap. In addition, the Marie Stopes Ladies network operates in locations where there are no MSIC clinics, bridging the gap of SRH needs. With SRH services such as contraception and reproductive health care information, MSIC focuses on empowering women, girls, and everyone in Cambodia to make their own reproductive choices.
MSI Ladies Program with the support of WPF (Asia Pacific)
With support from Women’s Plans Foundation, the MSI Ladies Network is expanding access to reproductive healthcare for women and girls across Papua New Guinea, Cambodia and Timor-Leste.
MSI Ladies deliver family planning services directly to women—whether in hospitals after childbirth, in rural villages, or in communities where stigma and access remain major barriers.
Key Outcomes
29,528 women and couples reached
78,641 couple-years of protection delivered
15,295 long-acting contraceptives provided
33,005 short-term contraceptive methods provided
Up to 80% of clients in PNG were first-time users
What This Means
Reaching Young People Through Partnerships
Women and girls across the region now have access to:
Safe and reliable contraception
High-quality counselling and care
Referral pathways to additional support services
For many, this is the first time they have been able to make informed decisions about their reproductive health.
Program Impact
Reaching women where it matters most
MSI Ladies provide services in hospitals, clinics and communities—ensuring women can access care at critical moments, including immediately after childbirth.
Expanding choice
A full range of contraceptive options is available, including short-term, long-acting and permanent methods, allowing women to choose what best suits their lives.
Ensuring safety and dignity
All services meet global quality standards and are delivered with confidentiality and compassion, particularly for young women, survivors of violence, and women with disabilities.
Building community trust
Through partnerships with local health workers and community leaders, MSI Ladies are reducing stigma and increasing awareness of family planning.
Challenges
Across the region, women continue to face barriers including:
Stigma and cultural attitudes
Limited access to services in rural areas
Financial constraints
Lack of information and awareness
Despite this, demand for services continues to grow.
Looking Ahead
MSI Ladies will continue to:
Expand community-based service delivery
Strengthen partnerships with local health systems
Increase access for underserved groups, including women with disabilities
Integrate family planning with broader support services, including gender-based violence programs
Why This Matters
Every year of protection from unintended pregnancy is a year of opportunity.
These services enable women and girls to:
Stay in school
Support their families
Protect their health
Plan their futures
Across the Asia Pacific, MSI Ladies are not just providing healthcare—they are delivering dignity, choice and opportunity.
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