Abstract:
The aim of this study was to assess the contraceptive social marketing campaigns of Marie Stoppes
International in Amhara region. A combination of quantitative and qualitative techniques was used.
The subjects of the study came from a census of 42 employees working in five departments. Descriptive
analysis using SPSS version 21 software was utilized as the analytical technique of choice. The findings
indicated lack of awareness of social marketing concept among the health care providers.
Commitment to social marketing was high that social marketing was championed at a very senior
level. Nevertheless, the PCTs assessed reported shortage of human resource qualified in the area of
social marketing. Among the potential barriers to social marketing, lack of awareness/
education/training was a significant barrier. The study concluded that the success of a well planned
and effectively implemented contraceptive social marketing programme in the ANRS primarily hinges
on effective communication and promotional strategies. Therefore, in order to achieve effective social
marketing campaigns, it is recommended for the institution to improve the social marketing knowledge
and understanding of family planning service providers. Besides, the institution should continually
evaluate its existing strategies and interventions and test new interventions for promoting
contraception within education, health, and community institutions.