I recently participated in and facilitated a session at the Youth Summit on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) on 9-10 Oct.
The path forward for SRHR is clear: it requires integrity, mutual accountability, and concrete action at every level.
#SRHRYouthSummit2025
"Our children are our greatest treasure. They are our future. Those who abuse them tear at the fabric of our society and weaken our nation." ~Nelson Mandela.
As a parent, learn to discuss
- sex
- contraception &
- STI’s prevention
With your adolescent before their first sexual encounter.
Don’t let them learn the hard way.
History made! Djibouti becomes the FIRST nation to sign the AUC’s #EVAWG. This is how change begins. Let’s build a movement where men lead as allies, reject abuse, and stand for equality. Who’s next? 👏 #MenForChange#AfricaLeads
🚐✨ Exciting News! The Childline Mobile Van is here! We're on a mission to protect children everywhere we go.Reach out at 📞 116 for assistance and resources. Together, let’s make a difference in the lives of our children! 💙 #ChildlineOnTheMove#call116freephone
Mental health affects SRH negatively. Young people struggle to manage emotional stress and this leads to depression and anxiety. This often results in unprotected sex and unintended pregnancies. Let's advocate for CSE and policies that integrate mental health and SRH.
#SRH2025
Harmonized policies and legal frameworks on Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) are essential for addressing the unique needs of adolescents, particularly girls and young women.
Sex offenders have 13-15% recidivism rate within 5 years.1 in 3 women experience sexual violence,over 30% being minors, this register is vital. 🚨 We urgently need a National Sex Offenders Register to protect our women and children!
https://t.co/ESnfkyMbQp
Dr. Alexa Canady was the first black woman to become a neurosurgeon in 1981. She also co-invented a device to treat fluid buildup in the brain.
She turns 74 today, Happy Birthday!