□ KoPHWA will launch a campaign to raise awareness on the importance of contraception, commemorating the World Contraception Day (September 26).

○ Global campaign involving 370 million people across 70 countries are held commemorating World Contraception Day(9.26.). It was established in 2007 with the goal of raising awareness about contraception to help people make informed decisions about their sexual health and prevent unintended pregnancies.

○ This year’s campaign, under the slogan “Contraception Together! Responsibility Together!”, aims to spread awareness about the importance of contraception and foster positive attitudes toward it.

□ The 2024 World Contraception Day awareness campaign will be conducted through various online and offline channels, including KoPHWA’s official website(www.ppfk.or.kr), Love Plan website (www.loveplan.kr), social media, and the 13 regional branches nationwide, targeting local communities.

○ The online campaign will feature quiz events through the official Love Plan social media channels, along with a hashtag campaign (#WorldContraceptionDay).

○ Offline activities will include sexual health and contraception awareness surveys, events, and distribution of promotional materials at college campuses and local festivals across the country. Participants in these events will receive gifts sponsored by Aekyung Industrial Co., Ltd. and Green Banana.

□ President Lee Sam-sik said, “To prevent unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections, it is essential to have accurate knowledge and awareness about contraception. Both men and women must share the responsibility together.” He added, “KoPHWA will continue to work toward improving the sexual and reproductive health of the population.”

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Campaign for World Contraception Day: “Contraception Together! Responsibility Together!”