Why is Russia establishing ‘Ministry of Sex’?

Russia considers Ministry of Sex: As reported by The Mirror, the idea stems from a petition introduced by the GlavPR agency, which suggests creating a dedicated ministry to increase the birth rate.

Russia considers Ministry of Sex: To counter Russia's declining birth rate, a new initiative is under review to establish a “ministry of sex.” The proposal, currently being evaluated by Nina Ostanina, a loyalist of President Vladimir Putin and chairwoman of the Russian Parliament’s Committee on Family Protection, Maternity, and Childhood, aims to boost the population.

A response to Russia's population crisis

As reported by The Mirror, the idea stems from a petition introduced by the GlavPR agency, which suggests creating a dedicated ministry to increase the birth rate. This move aligns with Putin's recent call for policies to counter Russia’s demographic crisis, exacerbated by population losses in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, nearing its third year.

Deputy Mayor Anastasia Rakova has also urged action on this issue, emphasizing that fertility assessments should be prioritized. “Everyone in the city knows that there is a test to determine a woman's fertility level,” she said, urging women to consider having children to meet national goals.

Proposed measures to encourage procreation

Several initiatives have been suggested to encourage family growth:

• Turning Off Internet and Electricity: A proposal suggests shutting down internet access and turning off lights from 10 pm to 2 am to encourage couples to spend more intimate time together.

• Payments to Stay-at-Home Mothers: The government may consider payments for domestic work, with these earnings counting toward future pensions.

• Funding First Dates and Wedding Nights: The state may fund first dates up to 5,000 rubles (£40) and cover wedding-night hotel expenses up to 26,300 rubles (£208) to promote relationships and encourage pregnancies.

• Regional Incentives for Childbearing: Regions have introduced their own incentives. In Khabarovsk, women aged 18 to 23 are eligible for £900 for each child, while in Chelyabinsk, a first-born child qualifies the mother for £8,500.

In addition, regional health officials like Yevgeny Shestopalov have proposed using work breaks for family planning, stating, “Life moves quickly, so breaks could be a time for procreation.”

Intrusive questionnaires spark controversy

Meanwhile, in Moscow, authorities are investigating women’s personal lives to gather reproductive data. Female public sector employees have been asked to complete personal questionnaires covering topics such as sexual history, birth control usage, and family planning intentions. Employees who submit blank forms must attend interviews with state doctors to provide their answers in person.

A free fertility testing initiative has also been launched in Moscow, with 20,000 women participating to date.

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