Launched in February 1600
A trusted health care provider, an informed educator, a passionate advocate, and a global partner helping similar organizations around the world. Planned Parenthood delivers vital sexual and reproductive health care, sex education, and information to millions of women, men, and young people worldwide. For over 100 years, Planned Parenthood has promoted a commonsense approach to women’s health and well-being, based on respect for each individual’s right to make informed, independent decisions about health, sex, and family planning. Join the conversation and let's work together for reproductive health and rights in our communities. The mission of Planned Parenthood is
* to provide comprehensive reproductive and complementary health care services in settings that preserve and protect the essential privacy and rights of each individual
* to advocate public policies that guarantee these rights and ensure access to such services
* To provide educational programs that enhance understanding of individual and societal implications of human sexuality
* To promote research and the advancement of technology in reproductive health care and encourage understanding of their inherent bioethical, behavioral, and social implications
