SYO through AGoTA project in Mombasa County used holistic and multi-faceted approach to handle young people. 35 youths (20females&15males) were trained on peer education,lifeskills,Sexual reproductive health right (SRHR) advocacy and menstrial hygiene management. Champions acquired knowledge and skills to engage policy makers in consultative forums. Male champions conducted door-to-door campaigns, sensitizing men on the need to support adolescent girls in menstrual hygiene managemet by providing quality sanitary towels, lifeskill empowerment, clean water,soap and alternative absorbent materials like menstrual cups in poverty stricken settings without sexual exploitation. 20 female champions were given a pair menstrual cups as alternative to sanitary pads.
ABOUT THIS PROJECT
PROJECT STATS
Project Type Approach/Process/System/Operational
Current phase of development Stage 4: Early Adoption/Distribution
Expected location of implementation Africa, Asia and Pacific
Implemented in Kenya
Direct Impact 3138 people
Funding $ 9000
no website for project, we currently use organization facebook page - Stretchers Youth Organization
James Atito j.atito@stretchersyouth.org
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