Compiled by Sonia Correa, former Research Co-ordinator for Sexual and Reproductive Rights, this books presents a collection of case studies and documents that bring to a close DAWN’s efforts in the ICPD + 5 process in 1998 and 1999.

DAWN’s strategy for the Cairo+5 Review was developed by conducting research into the progress and bottlenecks that had been experienced across the South during the implementation of the International Conference on Population and Development, ICPD, recommendations on reproductive health and rights. In most countries the research revealed that quite meagre progress had been made in respect of sexual health, abortion, adolescent health, and especially sexual and reproductive rights.

DAWN’s Cairo+5 research provided a privileged opportunity to establish and renew partnerships and develop synergy with other networks, organizations and individuals that are advocating for reproductive health and rights. We are very grateful to every person and organization that collaborated with us in this effort