25 September 2025

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World Contraception Day (WCD) takes place every year on 26 September. It is a global event dedicated to raising awareness about contraception and empowering individuals to make informed choices about their reproductive health.

This annual observance plays a crucial role in promoting safe and effective contraceptive methods, reducing unintended pregnancies, and improving overall public health outcomes.

About World Contraception Day

Launched in 2007, World Contraception Day is an international campaign supported by governments, NGOs, and healthcare professionals across the world. Its aim is to educate people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds about the different contraceptive methods available, their benefits, and how to access them. The day is marked by educational initiatives, campaigns, and community events that encourage informed decision-making around sexual and reproductive health.

CNWL Sexual Health Services in London and Surrey offer a wide range of contraception options, including online services for added convenience.

Order the pill online

You can request:

  • New or repeat progestogen-only pill
  • Repeat combined pill
  • In Surrey, you can also request the patch and ring online

To order, simply complete our online form. A clinician will review your request and issue a free prescription, which you can collect from your nearest pharmacy.

Order the pill online here: At Home Testing Order Forms | CNWL Sexual Health Services

If you’re under 25, you can access free and confidential contraception at our dedicated Young People’s clinics in Weybridge, Guildford, Epsom and Oxted. Find out more:
 

 

Some methods require an appointment at one of our clinics:

  • Subdermal implant – a long-acting method effective for up to three years
  • Intrauterine contraception (IUC/coil) – effective for several years, depending on the device

Prepare for your implant fitting: Subdermal Implant Information

Prepare for your IUC fitting: Information about intrauterine contraception (IUC)

If you’ve had unprotected sex or think your contraception may have failed, you can use emergency contraception. Options include:

  • Emergency contraceptive pill (‘morning after pill’) – effective up to 72 hours after sex
  • Intrauterine device (IUD/coil) – can be fitted up to 5 days after unprotected sex

The sooner emergency contraception is used, the more effective it is.

You can walk into most CNWL clinics for emergency contraception.

In Barnet, under-25s can also access:

  • Free emergency contraception at pharmacies
  • Free emergency long-acting contraception (e.g. coil) at selected GP practices

Find out more.

You can also get the emergency pill for free from:

  • some NHS walk-in centres
  • pharmacies that offer NHS emergency contraception services
  • some young people’s services (call the national sexual health helpline on 0300 123 7123 for more information)

You can also buy the emergency contraceptive pill at most pharmacies. Many pharmacies also sell the emergency contraceptive pill online.  Find where you can find emergency contraception locally. 

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