Building Alliances To End Reproductive Tract Infections
The International Women's Health Coalition (IWHC) formulated the concept of "reproductive tract infections" (RTIs) in 1987 to draw attention to a serious, neglected aspect of women's sexual and reproductive health, and to stimulate development of the necessary health services and technologies, information dissemination and wider program efforts.
Preface
Introduction
A Call to Action
Economic and Political Conditions
Economic and Social Development Strategies
The Resurgence of Conservatism
Sociocultural Factors Affecting Sexuality and Gender Roles
Social Messages and Contradictions
The Contradictions Of Women's Subordination
Boys And Sex
Socialization into the Culture of Silence
Perceptions of Sexuality
Public Information And Education
Messages And Methods
Research And Training
Creating Responsive Services
Hospitable Environments
Technology And Training Needs
Negotiating Condom Use
Building Alliances In Reproductive Health
Personal And Organizational Partnerships
Funding Priorities And North-South Cooperation
