The Right Decision at the Right Time: Dispelling Myths around NSV in India

India's central government has renewed its focus on vasectomy and intends to increase the uptake of this safe and cost-effective family planning method. As part of a broader package of technical assistance, the RESPOND Project recently developed an engaging and informational film with the Government of India designed to dispel myths about vasectomy and motivate couples to consider NSV once they have completed their desired family size.

This film is meant to expand awareness and acceptance of NSV as part of a series of behavior change communication (BCC) materials that focus on couples who have completed their families. It uses the results of an earlier research study, Factors Affecting Acceptance of Vasectomy in Uttar Pradesh: Insights from Community-Based, Participatory Qualitative Research, which was conducted to understand the reasons for the low prevalence of vasectomy and develop an approach for increasing demand for the procedure.

Specifically the film seeks to:

- Establish NSV as a simple and painless family planning option that does not affect sexual performance

- Address negative attitudes toward vasectomy (e.g., impact on sexual performance and physical weakness that limits a man's ability to provide for his family).

- Provide insights into the potential benefits of NSV through positive testimonials from Indian men and women from different walks of life.

- Provide accurate information about the procedure and motivate men/couples to consider this permanent method.

The RESPOND Project, managed by EngenderHealth, expands family planning services and improves reproductive health in developing countries. Supported by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), RESPOND aims to increase access to a range of contraceptives, with particular focus on long-acting and permanent methods. These effective methods (implants, IUDs, and male and female sterilization) remain underutilized in many developing countries, even though they are safe, convenient, and cost-effective. For more information about the RESPOND Project, please visit http://www.respond-project.org/.

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Nonprofits & Activism

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• india
• vasectomy
• family planning
• nsv
• sex
• uttar pradesh

[007manuu]

Awesome movie..Cheers for RESPOND India team :)