How to take part

We particularly want to hear what people in the UK and around the world have to say on the subject of reproductive, maternal and newborn health. We want to know more about your views, opinions and experiences. This will help us to understand different viewpoints, how these issues might vary in different countries, and how DFID could work better with partners.

The consultation will last for 12 weeks and will close on 20 October 2010.

There are four different ways you can take part:

1. Take our short survey

We want to hear from people in the UK and around the world – from mothers to midwives to the general public. Share your thoughts, it only takes ten minutes.

Begin the survey

2. Have your say

We are keen to gather in-depth feedback from our development partners – from civil society and partner governments, to health care providers, researchers and academics. Contribute to our technical consultation by adding your individual, group, or organisational responses in this online area. You can read the evidence more fully in this section and consider some suggested criteria.

Add your comments

3. Email your response

If you do not have good internet access or would prefer to submit your response privately, you can download our response template outlining all the background information and questions, and submit your feedback by emailing choiceforwomen@dfid.gov.uk.

You can also visit our downloads area for further information about reproductive, maternal and newborn health issues.

4. Facilitate a group discussion

Want to discuss the consultation with colleagues, partners or users of services? We have created a presentation document to help you stimulate discussion. Once you have gathered responses submit your feedback through the discussion forum or use our template response document and email your comments.

Browse our resources area and download our slideshare presentation

Next steps
The views and opinions expressed in this survey and the ‘Have your say’ area will be assessed by DFID and will give us a greater understanding of reproductive, maternal and newborn health issues around the world.

After the consultation closes we will publish a final summary of responses to all the feedback submitted, explaining what has influenced the business plan and explaining why other items may not have been included.

Thank you for contributing your ideas.

Find out how to stay informed throughout the consultation period