Former commissioner and traditional healer

South Africa

Sheila talks about discriminatory policies and their negative impact on adolescents who experience EUP, and how they can be prevented through policy change and improved access to CSE and SRH services.

Former school administrator

Mozambique

Ilda talks about engaging parents and communities in the decision-making process for CSE and SRH policy implementation, and how this leads to more effective and enforceable policies for EUP prevention and school re-entry.

Youth activist

Kenya

Caroline talks about how young people need someone they can trust to give them accurate information about pregnancy and sexual health.

Religious leader

South Africa

Mbuelo talks about how discriminatory policies carry significant negative consequences for adolescents who experience EUP, and society as a whole.

School administrator

Kenya

Peris talks about how comprehensive sexuality education and open communication will protect students’ health, reduce rates of early pregnancy, and keep them in school.

Data analyst and parent

Zimbabwe

Rudo talks about showing your children you care about their well-being by talking to them about things that affect their health--Including sex.

Religious leader

South Africa

Phumzile talks about the need for accurate information, including about contraception, and how it can improve young women’s health and well-being.

Activist and policy advocate

South Africa

Bafana talks about the need to involve men and boys in the conversation about sexual health and reproduction, and work across sectors to ensure access to necessary services is achieved.

Artist

Mozambique

Shellsy talks about encouraging young people to take control of their future by learning about safe sex and their options for contraception and other SRH services.

Social media influencer

Kenya

Jamil talks about the importance of re-entry policies for pregnant and childbearing girls and how they can benefit both young people and communities, leading to higher educational attainment.