TABLE 4. Key Aspects of the Voucher Programs in Yemen and Pakistan
AspectsYemenPakistan
Geographical areaUrban and rural areas in 2 governoratesRural areas in 13 districts in 3 provinces
Type of VMANGONGO
Type of family planning service providersPublic and privatePrivate (franchised network)
Voucher distributionLocal voucher distributors paid according to number of vouchers distributed and redeemedLocal voucher distributors who receive a monthly stipend
Identifying the priority poor populationGeographical targeting of poor areasMeans testing of socioeconomic status
Cost of voucherFree (for family planning)Free (for family planning)
Voucher packageCounseling and LARCs/PMs (including follow-up and removal)Counseling and LARCs/PMs (including follow-up and removal)
  • Abbreviations: LARCs, long-acting reversible contraceptives; PMs, permanent methods; VMA, voucher management agency.