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SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH AND RIGHTS ARE NONNEGOTIABLE : Comprehensive sexuality education. Contraceptive services. Treatment of HIV/AIDS and STI's Safe abortion care. Gender-based violence support. Sexual health and well-being. Adolescent and youth-friendly SRH services.

Sexual Reproductive Health education empowers people with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions. It promotes good health and healthy relationships, prevents unintended pregnancies, reduces the spread of HIV and STI's, empowers individuals with knowledge of their changing bodies and prevents sexual violence. #healtheducation #uganda #youth #sdgs

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we spotlight the critical need for sexual health education tailored for Hispanic college students. 🥳 Talk About it Texas - Campus Conversations Program Manager, Dr. Paris Rangel’s dissertation reveals the TAIT Program significantly improved knowledge on STI/HIV transmission and contraception effectiveness, but challenges remain. In South Texas, 43% of young adults are uninsured, contributing to increased rates of STIs and HIV due to limited healthcare access. Alarmingly, nearly 50% of sexually active young adults aged 18-19 do not use condoms, resulting in higher rates of unintended births compared to other regions in Texas. As Dr. Paris Rangel emphasizes, "You are the future leaders of your community. Your sexual health is about understanding your body and making informed choices." Let’s empower Hispanic youth with the culturally relevant information they deserve—because taking pride in your health is a powerful act of self-love! 💖 #HispanicHeritageMonth #SexualHealth #HealthyFuturesofTexas

Today is National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, which is a critical opportunity to learn more and share about HIV prevention, testing, and treatment. It’s also a great time to address HIV stigma and center voices with lived experience on sexual and reproductive health for gay men. Use this interactive training tool from the OPA-funded Clinical Training Center for Sexual and Reproductive Health to practice tailoring sexual and reproductive health services to males in Title X settings. By embracing these innovative strategies, we can better support communities and drive meaningful change in HIV prevention and care. https://lnkd.in/ebuVqcqD

Today, our Global Policy Director, Irum Taqi, addressed the UN Commission on Population and Development to call attention to the need for a comprehensive approach to sexual and reproductive health and rights, as articulated by the Guttmacher-Lancet Commission, in accelerating progress toward the vision laid out by #ICPD thirty years ago in Cairo. Since the 1994 Cairo conference, we have seen remarkable gains on #SRHR globally, including on contraception, maternal and newborn health, and HIV/AIDS. Yet progress remains uneven within and across countries. We must also commit to fully tackling neglected issues, including adolescent sexuality, gender-based violence, abortion, infertility and other critical components of SRHR. Read our full statement urging governments to support a comprehensive definition of SRHR: https://lnkd.in/e8HyT2-G #CPD57 #ICPD30

Norms Lab: Sexual and Reproductive Health Education - A Necessity, Not a Secret Our latest episode delves into the critical issue of SRH education. Join Uwaila Omosigho from Kimpact Development Initiative and Odumade Afolabi from SCIDaR - Solina Centre for International Development and Research as they explore the deep-rooted social norms and gender inequalities that prevent open dialogue and access to comprehensive SRH information. High rates of maternal and child mortality, HIV/AIDS, and STIs are directly linked to inadequate SRH care. It's time to break the silence and prioritize SRH education for a healthier future. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/dMGCwxUv  #SRH #NormsLab #SCIDaR #publichealth #genderequality #sexualhealth #reproductivehealth #education

Excited to share that I was named runner-up in the write-up competition held back in September 2023 by the "Standing Committee on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Including HIV and AIDS, BMSS" and "UNAIDS"! I am honored to have my work recognized by such distinguished organizations. Looking forward to leveraging this achievement for future growth and contributions to the field. #MedicalWriting #BMSS #UNAIDS #ProfessionalAchievement"

Thrilled to unveil Development Dynamics' first SRHRJ sector paper! I'm incredibly grateful to Development Dynamics | B Corp for giving me the incredible challenge of leading the creation of our first-ever SRHRJ sector paper! This work leverages insights gleaned from five years of our dedicated work in adolescent and youth SRHR advocacy. I would like to give a massive shoutout to my amazing team of reviewers who tirelessly dedicated their time and expertise. Daisy Tuzo Chi-Chi Undie Marline Oluchi Cindy Amaiza Brenda Baks Y-isha Anthonique. Their commitment ensured the paper's accuracy, data-driven approach, and clear relevance to our target audience – organizations like iNGOs, CBOs, NGOs, movements, and donors. I cannot forget to mention my amazing co-authors Shem Otina Halima Abba Ali Zaid and my CEO MaqC Eric Gitau, Ph.D. this paper has come to life thanks to your guidance, co-creation, critiques and dedication. Ya'll did not tire and I am beyond grateful. Together with this amazing team, we're thrilled to unveil "State of the Triple Threat (New HIV Infections, Gender Based Violence and Teenage Pregnancies) A Comparative Review With East, West and South African Giants (Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa)" What's Inside? You may ask… -Critical trends and patterns in HIV/AIDS, teen pregnancy, and GBV prevalence. -Comparative analysis of these issues across Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa – highlighting their unique challenges with actual case studies. -Actionable recommendations for strengthening innovative financing models for SRHR programs in Africa. -Guidance on developing strategic partnerships to combat these interconnected problems. If you're passionate about social justice, gender equality, SRHR, and youth development in Africa, then this is a must-have resource! Download Your FREE Copy Today! ➡️ Head over to www.dd.co.ke and download your FREE copy of "State of the Triple Threat" today!  #SRHRJ #DevelopmentDynamics #Africa #YouthDevelopment #SocialJustice P.S. Feel free to share this post and spread the word! Let's get this valuable resource into the hands of those who can make a real difference.

Teenage Health and Access to Reproductive Services Adolescents make up a considerable portion of Somaliland's population. The general development of the country depends on their health. Teenagers in good health have a higher chance of developing into successful adults who strengthen their communities' social and economic relationships. On the other hand, health problems throughout adolescence can have negative long-term consequences that prolong cycles of inequality and poverty. Somaliland's Adolescent Health Issues are included: 1. Limited Access to Reproductive Health Services: Reproductive health services are often scarce and unevenly distributed in Somaliland. This lack of access increases the risk of unintended pregnancies, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV/AIDS. 2. Cultural and Social Barriers: Cultural norms and stigmas around adolescent sexuality pose significant challenges. Discussions about sexual and reproductive health (SRH) are often considered taboo, preventing young people from seeking the information and services they need. Gender norms further restrict girls’ access to health services and information worsening health disparities. In conclusion, informing young people about their reproductive health is critical in preventing sexual assault and the spread of STIs. Comprehensive sexuality education provides adolescents with accurate information about their bodies, relationships, and consent, empowering them to make informed decisions and protect themselves from harm. #Health #Reproductive health #STDs #Adolescent

One key to developing positive relationships is comprehensive *sexuality education –* the process of teaching the emotional, physical and social aspects of sexuality. ●This empowers everyone, especially women and girls, to form good relationships and protect their sexual and reproductive health and rights. ●Access to quality information promotes the use of sexual and reproductive health services, which enable the prevention, early detection and treatment of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections. Sexuality education also encourages factual, non-judgmental discussions on Sexual and reproductive healthcare. Together Let's Foster positive Relationships!!! #nodiscrimimationagainstplwhiv #dontstigmatizeme #livingpositivelives