Chris Purdy

Chris Purdy is the president and CEO of DKT International. From 1996 to 2011, he served as country director of DKT programs in Turkey, Ethiopia, and Indonesia, where he managed the largest private social marketing family planning program in the world. He served as executive vice president from 2011 to 2013. He also serves as the CEO of carafem, a network of reproductive health centers serving populations in the U.S. He is the author of numerous articles on family planning and social entrepreneurship.

Latest Articles

Opinion: These 7 specific actions will help improve reproductive health

over 2 years ago // Sexual and reproductive health and rights

Here’s what we can do right now to take action on sexual and reproductive health, according to FP2030's Dr. Samukeliso Dube and DKT International's Christopher Purdy.

Opinion: On reproductive health in 2023 — stay the course, it’s working

almost 3 years ago // Sexual and reproductive health and rights

Donors and implementing agencies should place most of their energies on proven strategies that produce results while making strategic bets on new ideas. Investments should include making high-quality products widely available.

Opinion: How will COVID-19 affect global access to contraceptives — and what can we do about it?

almost 6 years ago // COVID-19

Delays in production, regulatory approvals, and shipping schedules could affect access to contraceptives worldwide. In the face of global uncertainty, this op-ed puts forward some key recommendations to help health care workers prepare as best as they can.

Opinion: Predictions 2020 — what will shape reproductive health issues in the coming year?

almost 6 years ago // Sexual and reproductive health

DKT's Phil Harvey and Chris Purdy offer eight predictions about reproductive health and women’s access to contraception and safe abortion care, products, and services.

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