REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH & RELATIONSHIPS PROGRAM
OVERVIEW
The Reproductive Health and Relationships Program was designed by Empower Tanzania in coordination with the Tanzanian government to provide comprehensive reproductive health and relationships education to all Tanzania students starting with Same District as a pilot area. The primary goals of this program are threefold: (1) To reduce the rate of teen pregnancy,* (2) delay the age of onset for sexual activity, and (3) reduce the rate of sexually transmitted diseases in teenagers.
OBJECTIVES
Educate young people about healthy relationships
Allow young people to ask questions about their bodies, their experiences, and sex
Educate young people about consent
Empower young people to say no to unwanted sex
Empower young people to make good choices and be respectful of themselves and others
Reduce the risk of sexual assault in young people
Empower young people to take control of their own sexual health, including contraception
Inform young people about where to seek help if necessary
For detailed information about the program, including specific training topics, geographic information, and stakeholders, please click here.
*Same District has a higher rate of teen pregnancy compared to other districts in Kilimanjaro Region.
