POPULATION CONNECTION, INC.
WASHINGTON, DC

Population Connection, Inc., established in 1994 and formerly known as Zero Population Growth (ZPG), is a prominent advocacy organization based in Washington, D.C. With its primary operations conducted out of Suite 500 at 2120 L Street NW, and under the registration number F94000002839 in Florida, it functions as a pivotal voice for population stabilization in America. As a notable member of public service organizations (FORNP), Population Connection engages extensively with both grassroots activists and policymakers to promote universal access to family planning and reproductive healthcare. Since its inception in 1968, the organization has played an influential role by educating future leaders on global population issues, enhancing advocacy efforts for widespread availability of birth control, and mobilizing citizens who support population stabilization ideals. Their initiatives include Capitol Hill Days training programs designed to cultivate next-generation advocates capable of advancing reproductive health policies domestically and internationally. Central to Population Connection's mission is the commitment to reproductive justice—a concept that underscores the right of every individual to exercise autonomous decision-making in family planning, free from coercion or state imposition. This dedication stems from a recognition of historical injustices such as forced sterilization programs that disproportionately affected marginalized communities. By fostering dialogue and advocacy around these issues, Population Connection ensures access to reproductive services aligns with the principles of justice, respect, and equity. With leadership under individuals like CEO John Seager, Chairman Bryce Hach, and Treasurer Bob Pettapiece, alongside efforts from executive director Leah Cullinsgill Smith, the organization maintains transparency in its operations, evident through recent filings such as their annual report dated January 29, 2024. Population Connection continues to operate with a robust communication strategy, using both traditional channels (e.g., phone lines: (202) 332-2200, (800) 767-1956) and digital platforms, including its widely accessed website at populationconnection.com.