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O3 Plus annual review meeting / 25-27 October, Lusaka, Zambia

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Sep 13, 20231 min read

O3 Plus annual review meeting / 25-27 October, Lusaka, Zambia

25-27 October, Lusaka, Zambia

Regional and National CSE Research & Evaluation Survey

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Sep 13, 20231 min read

Regional and National CSE Research & Evaluation Survey

Developed by the Global Partnership Forum (GPF) on Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE), a collective of over 65 global organisations,...

Uganda - The President launched the United Nations Joint Adolescents and Youth Programme

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Aug 18, 20232 min read

Uganda - The President launched the United Nations Joint Adolescents and Youth Programme

In Uganda, The International Youth Day 2023 wasmarked by the national theme: “Accelerating Recovery from COVID-19 and full implementation...

Kenya Today: Talking misconceptions and human sexuality with Jane - a mother and Reverend

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Aug 18, 20236 min read

Kenya Today: Talking misconceptions and human sexuality with Jane - a mother and Reverend

Tell us a little about you - a faith leader advocating for SRH in Kenya. I am Reverend Jane, my work is to serve the International...

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Aug 12, 20232 min read

Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders

Henriette Paulus' Journey as a Youth Ambassador and Medical Student Championing Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health International...

The Need to Empower Young People in Sub-Saharan-Africa Through Education for Health and Well-Being

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Aug 12, 20232 min read

The Need to Empower Young People in Sub-Saharan-Africa Through Education for Health and Well-Being

As we celebrate International Youth Day on August 12 and the inspiring leadership of young individuals, it is crucial to recognize the...

Regine Akalikumutima - Celebrating a teacher at the forefront of delivering sexuality education

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Aug 7, 20232 min read

Regine Akalikumutima - Celebrating a teacher at the forefront of delivering sexuality education

Article from the ‘Connect & Learn’ Regional Community of Practice (CoP) “It is time for us to break the silence and talk about sexuality...

World Breastfeeding Week – The Need to Strengthen Re-entry Policies for Adolescent Mothers

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Aug 4, 20232 min read

World Breastfeeding Week – The Need to Strengthen Re-entry Policies for Adolescent Mothers

As we commemorate World Breastfeeding Week under the theme "Let’s make breastfeeding at work, work", UNESCO, through its flagship...

UNESCO Strengthens Its Partnership with Kenya Medical Training College to improve Students' Health

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Aug 4, 20233 min read

UNESCO Strengthens Its Partnership with Kenya Medical Training College to improve Students' Health

UNESCO has partnered with the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) to ensure a sustained reduction in new HIV infections, unintended...

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Aug 3, 20233 min read

World Breastfeeding Week

Joint statement by UNICEF Executive Director and WHO Director-General on the occasion of World Breastfeeding Week - Statement by...

Making every school a health-promoting school in Kenya

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Jul 25, 20233 min read

Making every school a health-promoting school in Kenya

UNESCO, in collaboration with the Ministries of Health and Education, is leading the adaptation of WHO's global health-promoting schools'...

Empowering 150 Peer Educators for Better Sexual and Reproductive Health in Campuses in Uganda

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Jul 14, 20232 min read

Empowering 150 Peer Educators for Better Sexual and Reproductive Health in Campuses in Uganda

"Together, we are creating a healthier future for ourselves and future generations. We will advocate for the elimination of sexual...

UNFPA Hacklab on Mental Health and Adolescent Sexual & Reproductive Health and Rights

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Jul 14, 20236 min read

UNFPA Hacklab on Mental Health and Adolescent Sexual & Reproductive Health and Rights

Background Both Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (ASRHR) and mental health and wellbeing are essential components of...

King Kaka and UNESCO released "BESHTE YANGU" Song in Kenya: A Powerful Message For Young People

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Jul 11, 20233 min read

King Kaka and UNESCO released "BESHTE YANGU" Song in Kenya: A Powerful Message For Young People

Renowned Kenyan artist King Kaka released his latest song, "BESHTE YANGU" in collaboration with UNESCO through the O3 Plus project,...

Call for International Consultancy in Gender-based Violence in Higher Education Institutions

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Jul 7, 20231 min read

Call for International Consultancy in Gender-based Violence in Higher Education Institutions

Project: Addressing gender-based violence in higher education institutions Gender-based violence (GBV) is a universal phenomenon that...

Strengthen Mental Health and Psychosocial Support of Teachers in Uganda

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Jun 30, 20233 min read

Strengthen Mental Health and Psychosocial Support of Teachers in Uganda

UNESCO’s International Institute for Capacity Building in Africa (IICBA) in partnership with the Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES)...

UNESCO launched second phase of flagship Our Rights, Our Lives, Our Future Programme in Africa

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Jun 15, 20232 min read

UNESCO launched second phase of flagship Our Rights, Our Lives, Our Future Programme in Africa

UNESCO in collaboration with ministries of education and health from 33 Sub-Saharan African countries, launched the second phase of the...

O3 Plus Project Empowered 8000 Students, 24 health workers and 200 peer educators in Uganda

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May 23, 20232 min read

O3 Plus Project Empowered 8000 Students, 24 health workers and 200 peer educators in Uganda

A Collaborative Learning and Adaptation (CLA) event was organized from 23 to 24 May 2023, in Kampala, Uganda for universities...

Inter-faith Dialogue: Religious Leaders Support Young People Reproductive Health in Uganda

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May 5, 20233 min read

Inter-faith Dialogue: Religious Leaders Support Young People Reproductive Health in Uganda

“As religious leaders, we need to appreciate that the people in our congregation equally have challenges (regarding their sexual...

Thanks to life skills education, Evelyn helps her fellow students navigate reproductive health

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Apr 30, 20233 min read

Thanks to life skills education, Evelyn helps her fellow students navigate reproductive health

Evelyn Alum Onying (3rd right) with her fellow students at the University campus. ©UNESCO/Vincent Ogal Alum Evelyn Onying is a...