Family Planning Association of Nepal (FPAN)
Established in 1959, the Family Planning Association of Nepal (FPAN), a member association of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), a major partner of the Government of Nepal’s national family planning program, contributing larger number of all FP services in Nepal annually, is Nepal’s first national sexual and reproductive health service delivery and advocacy organization. FPAN works across 37 districts to provide critical health services to poor, marginalized, socially excluded, and underserved (PMSEU) communities, including sex workers, people living with disabilities (PWD), people living with HIV (PLHIV), LGBTI people, injecting drug users, men who have sex with men, migrant workers, and survivors of gender-based violence (GBV).
FPAN’s success lies in its robust and varied network of service delivery points and its expertly trained staff and volunteers who deliver services in areas where services otherwise would not be available. FPAN offers an Integrated Package of Essential Services (IPES) that includes comprehensive counseling; family planning and sexual health services; safe abortion services; HIV and AIDS and other sexually-transmitted infection (STI) services; gynecological, prenatal, and post-natal care; and GBV care.
As a member of the Reproductive Health Coordination Committee of the Department of Health Services, FPAN provides SRH technical leadership by promoting and advocating for the sexual and reproductive rights of all people. FPAN is also a member of the subcommittees on Adolescent Health, Safe Abortion, Safe Motherhood, and RH FP Logistics and services as the chair of the Non-governmental Organization Coordination Council (NGOCC), a group of 30+ national NGOs and international NGOs working in the area of reproductive health and family planning.
Nepal's first national NGO for family planning and reproductive health
Our Mission
FPAN's mission centers on leading a volunteer-powered movement to broaden access to exceptional sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) services across Nepal. This drive prioritizes support for individuals who are most vulnerable, marginalized, and underserved, ensuring inclusive and high-quality care. Through advocacy and direct service, the mission fosters empowerment and equity in health choices for all.
- To spearhead a volunteer-driven initiative expanding SRHR service availability.
- Focus on delivering top-quality care to everyone, with emphasis on at-risk groups.
- Champion accessibility for marginalized and underserved communities.
- Promote empowerment through informed health decisions.
- Build a movement rooted in inclusivity and equity.
Ultimately, FPAN's mission embodies a commitment to transforming health access, driven by volunteers and targeted at those in greatest need.
Our Vision
FPAN envisions a Nepal where every individual can freely exercise informed choices about their sexuality and overall well-being. This ideal rejects all forms of discrimination, promoting universal autonomy in personal health matters. By striving for this inclusive future, FPAN aims to create a society grounded in equality and respect for SRHR.
- All Nepalese people empowered to make informed sexuality and well-being decisions.
- Freedom from any discrimination in health choices.
- A society where autonomy in SRHR is universally upheld.
- Emphasis on equality and respect for personal well-being.
- An inclusive Nepal fostering informed, bias-free health autonomy.
In closing, FPAN's vision inspires a discrimination-free era of empowered choices, guiding efforts toward a healthier, more equitable Nepal.
Our History
The Family Planning Association of Nepal (FPAN) was established in 1959, emerging as Nepal's inaugural national entity devoted to family planning, service delivery, and advocacy, well ahead of any governmental initiatives in this area. Founded by a committed cadre of medical doctors and social workers, FPAN addressed critical gaps in reproductive health at a time when such support was virtually nonexistent. Its early affiliation with the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) has propelled over 65 years of innovative contributions to sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) throughout the nation.
- Established in 1959 as the pioneering organization in Nepal for family planning and related advocacy.
- Initiated by dedicated medical professionals and social activists prior to the existence of official government programs.
- Quickly joined the IPPF, enabling decades of leadership in SRHR advancements.
- Has maintained a legacy of more than 65 years, focusing on service delivery to underserved populations.
- Evolved from grassroots efforts into a nationwide force for health equity.
In summary, FPAN's history reflects a foundational role in shaping Nepal's reproductive health landscape, built on early vision and sustained global partnerships.
