ECP Handbook: Introducing and Mainstreaming the Provision of Emergency Contraceptive Pills in Developing Countries
This handbook provides comprehensive guidance for introducing and mainstreaming emergency contraceptive pills (ECP) as a backup for existing contraceptive methods and as a way of preventing unintended pregnancy following unprotected sex or method failure. The handbook, aimed at reproductive health program managers and policymakers, presents a step-by-step process for introducing ECP that can be adapted to each country’s needs and resources. The process, based on research conducted in several developing countries, covers the full continuum of ECP programming, including the following:
- Needs assessments and operations research
- Drug registration
- Training and logistics
- Introduction of ECP scale-up
In addition, the handbook discusses ways to address the needs of specific segments of the population, including special groups such as adolescents and rape survivors. (PDF) (PDF en français)
A CD-ROM of the handbook is available upon request at publications@popcouncil.org
Related project: Production of an Emergency Contraception Guidance Tool and Summary Article
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