Situation Assessment of Condom Programming in Sri Lanka 2015

Condoms are the only method of contraception to get protected from sexually transmitted infections, as well as pregnancy. Condom use for unprotected sex, has been recognized as one of the most successful prevention strategies for HIV infection worldwide, including in Sri Lanka. Condoms are widely available in the country and are distributed through retail outlets, STD clinics, family planning clinics and Public Health Midwives.

The main objective of the situation assessment was to assess the availability and use of condoms in the context of HIV/AIDS, STIs situation, family planning & the factors affecting condom programming in Sri Lanka in terms of use, availability, distribution, challenges and most pressing needs for improving condom programming. The initiative had been supported by the United Nations Population Fund.