Identifying innovative financing approaches for sexual and reproductive health and HIV/AIDS

The objective of the study was to develop novel approaches for a reoriented and enlarged regional sexual and reproductive health programme financed through German financial cooperation. The reoriented programme focused on innovative results-based financing approaches for sexual and reproductive health services, and in particular HIV/AIDS, to contribute to the strengthening of overall health care systems.

Options conducted the pre-feasibility study and presented a set of outline proposals and entry points for innovative financing approaches to increase access to and use of sexual and reproductive health and HIV/AIDS services and products in Central America.

The proposals focused on regional approaches and presented a range of options for different overall financing levels. The proposals included:

• Gaps and challenges in service provision and use which could be addressed through financial cooperation innovative financing approaches in a cost-effective manner.
• Innovative financing methods with potential application in Central America to address these challenges.
• Potential programme partners at regional and national levels
• Outline of proposals for potential entry points for German financial cooperation.
• Overall level of resources and time frame for the different options
• Outline terms of reference for the feasibility study.