About FPAM
FPAM is a local NGO established in 1999 and affiliated to the International planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF).
Who We Are
Empowering Malawians through Family Planning and Reproductive Health
Family Planning Association of Malawi (FPAM) is a local NGO established in 1999 and affiliated with IPPF, providing comprehensive Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) services to young people and communities across 19 districts in Malawi.
In Malawi, FPAM was legally registered with the Government of Malawi, through the NGO Board in April 2004, (Registration number NGO/R/04/022). FPAM vision is to have a Malawian society with access to quality and comprehensive sexual and reproductive health information and services.
It is an organization that provides integrated comprehensive Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) services to young people aged 10-24, men, women and children and other high risk key populations such as People Living with HIV (PLHIV) and female sex workers. FPAM operates in 19 districts: Balaka, Dedza, Dowa, Karonga, Kasungu, Lilongwe, Machinga, Mangochi,Mchinji, Mulanje, Mzimba North and South, Neno, Nkhatabay, Nkhotakota, Nsanje, Ntcheu, Ntchisi, Salima and Thyolo across all 3 regions of the country.
Why Families Trust Us
1,728,879
Total SRH Services Provided
19
Districts
3
Regions
Core values
Our Mission, Vision & Principles
Our Mission
To provide quality, accessible and affordable comprehensive sexual, reproductive health and rights information and services for young people, women, men and the under served
Our Vision
Malawian society with access to quality and comprehensive sexual and reproductive health information and services.
Core Principles
- Diversity
- Social Inclusion
- Partnership
- Volunteerism
- Accountability
FPAM in Your Neighborhood
Explore where our community roots run deep.
Malawi
- Dedza
- Ntcheu
- Mangochi
- Kasungu
- FPAM Secretariat Lilongwe
- Dowa
- Mzuzu Luwinga
- Kawale Liloneww
Our Impact
- Through continuous education, advocacy, and community engagement, the Family Planning Association of Malawi (FPAM) has transformed lives across Malawi. We champion quality, integrated sexual and reproductive health services, empower young people and underserved communities, and support health systems to reach the hard-to-serve.
- FPAM’s efforts have expanded access to family planning, HIV prevention, and youth-friendly services, strengthened provider capacity, and fostered partnerships that improve health outcomes across all three regions of the country.
1728879
Total SRH Services Provided
493328
SRH Services To Youth
1526439
Family Planning Services
150240
HIV Services
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
At FPAM, we are dedicated to addressing your inquiries and sharing insights about
our comprehensive healthcare services.
What does FPAM do?
Family Planning Association of Malawi (FPAM) is a local nongovernmental organization that provides comprehensive Youth Friendly Sexual and Reproductive Health Services to young people aged 10 – 24 years old, and all people of reproductive age. Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) Services in FPAM centers are provided in specially designed clinics branded as Youth Life Centers. FPAM provides both static and mobile community based SRHR services. Main focus is on the hard to reach and underserved communities in order to increase access to the services. These outreach sites are located in all the traditional authorities in the districts where FPAM is implementing its programmes. The organization was founded on 25th September, 1999.
Where is FPAM located?
FPAM operates in all the districts in Malaŵi depending on need and availability of funds but it has static clinics in Mzuzu, Kasungu, Dowa, Lilongwe, Dedza, Ntcheu, and Mangochi districts.
Is FPAM recognized by Malawi government and other authorities?
FPAM is a locally Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights – Centre of Excellence in SRHR organisation, registered as non-governmental organisation and recognized partner of Ministry of Health. It is affiliated as a member association to International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF).
How can I join as a FPAM volunteers?
Technically owners of FPAM as a trustee organisation are the volunteers. FPAM has adult and youth volunteers wings who all have a representation in FPAM board, a large body that oversees implementation of FPAM strategic goals, its sustainability of its partnerships and recommending its plans and monitoring its growth.
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Building a Healthier Malawians for All
