Youth Empowerment
Almost half of the world's population is younger than 25 years of age. 70 per cent live in developing countries (read more >). Adolescents are the parents of tomorrow. Their choices regarding education and Family Planning strongly influence the development of their country and its society. Therefore, the transfer of knowledge and education in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights helps them to make informed and autonomous decisions.
They often lack access to sexual and reproductive health care services. Youth clubs are supposed to supplement this need. With DSW's aid and its development projects such as the Youth-to-Youth initiative boys and girls between the age of 10 and 24 get a chance to share knowledge and ask questions to their peer educators. Furthermore, contraceptives are distributed and HIV/AIDS tests are taken. The projects are backed-up by comprehensive advocacy work in order to assure Sexual and Reproductive Rights and a consistent investment in the parents of tomorrow.
DSW Brussels
Prioritizing Youth in EU Policies
In working with European policy makers in Brussels and abroad, DSW stresses the importance of investment in young people in developing countries. EU policies, budgets and programmes can all prioritize the health, life skills and livelihood needs of youth in development interventions. more >
DSW Berlin
An Advocate for Young People in Developing Countries
With its countless youth clubs in Eastern Africa, DSW is a natural advocate of the rights of young people in developing countries. Thereby we focus on the protection of their sexual and reproductive rights (link). This includes, for example, ensuring access to information and contraceptives. more >
Advocacy Activities in our Focus Countries
DSW’s advocacy efforts concentrate on stressing the need for improved health information, services and supplies, coupled with sufficient, stable health financing from both the Government and its development partners.
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