News: On World Population Day, Women Remain Empty Handed

On World Population Day, for women living in the developing world, having a child can be dangerous. Lack of financing, poor infrastructure, and broken supply chains mean that women are often unable to get basic supplies that ensure a healthy pregnancy and safe delivery. A new documentary, Empty Handed: Responding to the Demand for Contraceptives, and two case studies from Population Action International show how ongoing challenges in obtaining reproductive health supplies can have devastating consequences, including unsafe abortions, difficulties in spacing and delaying pregnancy, and increased risks of HIV/AIDS and other STIs.