Expanding Family Planning Access

Access to family planning remains a critical gap in Samburu County, where cultural barriers, stigma, and distance from health facilities leave many without options. With contraceptive use currently at just 9%, the consequences are clear—high rates of unplanned pregnancies, poor maternal health outcomes, and girls dropping out of school due to early motherhood.

Future Blossoms is committed to changing this. Our goal is to raise contraceptive use to 34% by reaching communities in the most remote and underserved areas. We will launch mobile health clinics that bring discreet, respectful, and confidential services directly to women and couples. These mobile units will offer a range of contraceptives, counseling, and follow-up care—right where people live and work.

A key innovation of our approach is the involvement of local morans—young Samburu men traditionally seen as cultural gatekeepers. By training them as outreach ambassadors, we foster conversations within the community that are grounded in respect and cultural sensitivity. When young men speak up about the benefits of family planning, it shifts the dialogue in powerful ways.

We will also hold regular community forums to openly address misconceptions, answer questions, and reduce stigma. These forums create a safe space where both men and women can learn about reproductive health, understand their rights, and make informed choices for their families.

Expanding access to family planning is not just a health initiative—it’s a pathway to education, economic stability, and gender equity. When families are empowered to decide if and when to have children, everyone benefits: mothers are healthier, children are better cared for, and communities are more resilient.