The Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) Department of the Centre for Injury Prevention and Research, Bangladesh (CIPRB) works to strengthen maternal, newborn and reproductive healthcare through research, innovation, capacity building and health system strengthening across Bangladesh.
Learn MoreThe Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) Department of CIPRB contributes to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by supporting the strengthening of maternal and neonatal health services and reducing maternal and neonatal deaths in Bangladesh. The department works closely with the Government of Bangladesh, development partners and healthcare institutions to improve the quality and accessibility of reproductive, maternal and newborn health services nationwide.
Through research, implementation science, capacity development and policy support, RCH has introduced several nationally recognised initiatives into the health system. These include the Lifesaving Skills in Pregnancy and Childbirth (LSPC) programme, Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR), Safe Delivery digital applications, pharmacy intervention packages, reproductive mortality studies among Rohingya refugees, climate change and SRHR initiatives, obstetric fistula elimination programmes and technical support for PPH and Eclampsia management guidelines.
RCH first implemented the internationally recognised Lifesaving Skills in Emergency Obstetric Care and Newborn Care (LSS-EOC & NC) programme with the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM), United Kingdom. Building on this success, the department later developed the Lifesaving Skills in Pregnancy and Childbirth (LSPC) training package with technical support from Government, UN agencies and OGSB . These initiatives have significantly strengthened the capacity of healthcare providers and contributed to improving maternal and newborn survival across the country.
National training programmes for doctors, nurses and skilled birth attendants.
Evidence-based interventions for safer pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
Generating evidence for national policy and programme improvement.
Supporting vulnerable populations, tea gardens, climate affected communities and Rohingya refugees.
A Bangladesh where every woman, mother and newborn has equitable access to high-quality reproductive, maternal and newborn healthcare services, leading to healthier families and reduced preventable deaths.
To strengthen the national health system through research, innovation, evidence generation, capacity building and technical support for improving reproductive, maternal and newborn health throughout Bangladesh.
Improve quality maternal and neonatal health services through capacity development and evidence-based interventions.
Develop healthcare professionals through nationally recognised training packages and clinical mentoring.
Conduct operational research and implementation studies that support policy development and programme improvement.
Collaborate with Government, UN agencies, universities and development partners to improve reproductive health outcomes.
The RCH Department implements multidisciplinary programmes covering research, service delivery, digital innovation, capacity building and technical assistance.
Training and quality improvement for maternal and newborn emergency care.
Reducing maternal mortality through evidence-based interventions and national guidelines.
Improving neonatal care and promoting safe childbirth practices nationwide.
Safe Delivery Apps, digital learning tools and innovative technologies supporting frontline healthcare providers.
Supporting tea garden communities, climate-vulnerable populations and Rohingya refugees.
Generating evidence through implementation research, operational studies and policy support.
The RCH Department designs and implements innovative programmes that strengthen maternal, newborn and reproductive healthcare through research, implementation science, digital innovation and capacity development.
MPDR is one of the landmark initiatives introduced by CIPRB to strengthen maternal and neonatal death surveillance. The programme improves notification, investigation, evidence generation and policy action to reduce preventable maternal and newborn deaths.
Komlaphul Pharmacy supports responsible pharmacy practices and strengthens sexual and reproductive health service delivery through counselling, referrals and community engagement.
Lifesaving Skills in Pregnancy and Childbirth developed with technical support from UNFPA, OGSB and the Government of Bangladesh.
Emergency Obstetric Care and Newborn Care training implemented with Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, United Kingdom.
Digital health innovation supporting skilled birth attendants and frontline healthcare providers.
Technical assistance for national guideline development and capacity building for emergency maternal healthcare.
Strengthening reproductive health services among climate-vulnerable communities.
Research on reproductive mortality among Rohingya refugees to improve humanitarian health interventions.
Community-based programme focused on preventing obstetric fistula through awareness, early identification, referral services, capacity building, and strengthened maternal healthcare in collaboration with government and development partners.
MPDSR, including surveillance, death review, evidence-based response, and development of the Lifesaving Skills in Pregnancy and Childbirth (LSPC) package with UNFPA, OGSB, and the Government of Bangladesh.
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| Early Programme | Introduced LSS-EOC & NC with Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM), UK. |
| National Expansion | Maternal & Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR). Developed the Lifesaving Skills in Pregnancy and Childbirth (LSPC) package in collaboration with UNFPA, OGSB, and the Government of Bangladesh. |
| Government Collaboration | Supported nationwide implementation of MPDSR. |
| Recent Innovations | Safe Delivery Apps, Climate Change & SRHR, Pharmacy Intervention, Rohingya Reproductive Mortality Study and Obstetric Fistula initiatives. |
The RCH Department generates scientific evidence, policy briefs, technical guidelines and operational research findings that contribute to improving reproductive, maternal and newborn health services in Bangladesh.
Peer-reviewed articles, implementation research, and national reports.
National guidelines for maternal, newborn and reproductive healthcare.
Clinical manuals, learning packages and capacity development resources.
The RCH Department collaborates with national and international organizations to strengthen maternal and newborn health systems.