We Envision a Future Where Scholarship and Science Improve Health and Transform Lives at Scale

At the William H. Gates Sr. Institute for Population and Reproductive Health (WHGI), we support evidence-based research, programs, and policies to drive social change and save lives.

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WHGI Global Programs

We organize our work around six core areas of focus—our Global Programs. Explore the programs below to see how they work together to improve health and transform lives worldwide.

Gender Equity (Cross-cutting)

rooted in our intersectional approach to global health ↗

Research, Measurement, & Data Monitoring

Informing the global Reproductive Health and rights agenda ↗

Demographic Futures, Population, & Environment

projections of climate and population change ↗

Policy, Advocacy, & Community-building

prioritizing country-led collaborations ↗

Next Generation Leaders

cultivating the next generation of SRHR and gender equity experts ↗

Best Practices Scale Up

Implementing locally led and resourced SRHR programs ↗

WHGI Platforms

WHGI’s platforms bring our Global Programs to life—driving progress through research, partnerships, and on-the-ground work. Explore the platforms below to see how each one supports our core areas of focus.

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News & Events

Building Trust Through Art: Storytelling in AYSRHRJ Interventions

Building Trust Through Art: Storytelling in AYSRHRJ Interventions

October 9, 2024
During UNGA 2024, the GRA-Let Them Know initiative hosted an impactful panel at the Population Council offices in New York, supported by the William H. Gates Sr. Institute. The event explored how art can serve as a transformative tool for storytelling, advocacy, and building trust in AYSRHRJ interventions, featuring powerful artworks and insights from youth-led organizations and experts.
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FPNN Reporters Spotlight Critical Stories in Malawi: Impact and Recognition on the Global Stage

FPNN Reporters Spotlight Critical Stories in Malawi: Impact and Recognition on the Global Stage

September 26, 2024
In May 2024, FPNN community reporters traveled to Malawi to uncover powerful stories on health and social justice. One standout report by Ridwan Karim Dini-Osman has now earned global recognition, with his nomination for the prestigious Thomson Foundation Young Journalist Award 2024. This achievement highlights the value of FPNN’s mission to amplify underrepresented voices in family planning and reproductive health. Read more about the impact of FPNN’s trip and Ridwan’s inspiring work.
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Celebrating 25 Years of Scholarship and Science for Social Change

Celebrating 25 Years of Scholarship and Science for Social Change

August 21, 2024
Celebrating 25 years of scholarship and social change, the WH Gates Sr. Institute at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health recently hosted its 2024 Annual Summer Convening. The event brought together global partners and staff, both in-person and virtually, for two days of reflection, strategic discussions, and celebrations.
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PMA Data Featured in the Nation by FPNN Fellow and ICFP EXCELL Awardee Angela Okech

PMA Data Featured in the Nation by FPNN Fellow and ICFP EXCELL Awardee Angela Okech

July 18, 2024
Performance Monitoring for Action (PMA) data has been highlighted in an article by Angela Okech, a renowned journalist and former ICFP EXCELL award winner, in the Nation. The article "Population Boom: Is it Africa’s Turn for a Two-Child Limit Policy?" follows the discussions held at Malawi's 9th African Population Conference. The conference brought together policymakers, researchers, and academics to debate whether African countries should adopt policies to reduce birth rates to replacement fertility levels.
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Reproductive Health Centers of Excellence

Empowering leaders and bridging gaps to advance population and reproductive health globally

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Summer Institute in Data to Policy Bayer Scholars

Designed to equip students with skills needed to understand population-based data and shape policy

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Global Health Leadership & Advocacy Accelerator

Intensive two-week leadership training, with some of the brightest minds and most accomplished practitioners in public health

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Honoring William H. Gates Sr.

A philanthropist, lawyer, and humanitarian, William H. Gates Sr. had a profound influence in championing causes related to global equity and campaigns to address vaccine preventable diseases, reduce infant mortality, promote reproductive health, and build schools.

A visionary leader, he invested in the founding of the William H. Gates Sr. Institute for Population and Reproductive Health at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health within the Department of Population, Family and Reproductive Health.

His legacy contributes to scientific discovery, advocacy for global health initiatives, and training the next generation of leaders who will advance the many initiatives that benefited from his passion and commitment.

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