Hi Friend,

Global population is racing towards 8 billion—a milestone we're due to reach in November.

To explore what it means to live in a world of 8 billion, we're hosting speakers to discuss reproductive rights, sustainable development, climate resiliency, and environmental education. See below for a lineup of events or visit our website for more details!

Moving the Needle: Realizing Girls’ Rights Through Holistic, Community-Driven Programming
Speaker: Monica Nyiraguhabwa, Founder and Executive Director of Girl Up Initiative Uganda

Date: Friday, October 14^th, at 1 pm ET/10 am PT

Marking 8 Billion in the Classroom with Population Education
Speakers: Laura Short and Barbara Huth, Population Connection Population Education program
Date: Thursday, October 20^th, at 2 pm ET/11 am PT

Youth Voices on Reproductive Rights and Environmental Sustainability in a World of 8 Billion

Speakers: Swostika Thapaliya and Riju Dhakal of YUWA

Date: Wednesday, October 26^th, at 1pm ET/10 am PT

A Demographic Milestone: Reporting on the 8 Billion Mark with Population Connection
Speakers: Marian Starkey, Hannah Evans, and Olivia Nater, Population Connection Communications team
Date: Wednesday, November 2nd, at 1 pm ET/10 am PT

Together, we will continue the fight to stabilize world population!

Please reach out to us at [email protected] if you have questions.

Thanks for all that you do,

Natalie and Stephanie
Membership Relations Team