Skip to content

Birth Quote by Bill Gates

“Contraception really shouldn't be all that controversial because it's a tool a woman can use to delay her first birth until she's, say, 18 or 19 years old.” quote by Bill Gates
Download Open image
“Contraception really shouldn't be all that controversial because it's a tool a woman can use to delay her first birth until she's, say, 18 or 19 years old.”

Bill Gates

About This Quote

Source Interview: Bill Gates on Population and Development, 2015

Contraception is a practical tool that lets women choose when to start a family, reducing early‑life challenges.

In simple terms: Women can delay first birth with birth control.

Key Takeaway

Use contraception to plan family timing.

Themes

reproductive rights women's health family planning

Mood

thoughtful empowering

Type

policy social

When to use this quote

  • teen pregnancy prevention
  • career planning
  • education continuation
  • healthcare access

Key Concepts

autonomy public health social equity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does early family planning affect long‑term opportunities?
  • What policies improve contraceptive access?
A Different Perspective

Access may be limited by cultural, legal, or economic barriers.

4.1 out of 5 (10 ratings)

More by Bill Gates

Explore all 1,165 Bill Gates quotes

More Birth quotes

Browse all 6,068 Birth quotes