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Empowering Persons with Disabilities in Accessing Essential Reproductive Healthcare

Safe abortion services are essential for people with disabilities, who face significant barriers due to societal norms and stigma. Misconceptions about their sexuality and discriminatory attitudes create obstacles to accessing reproductive healthcare. To this, 2 value clarification sessions and one safe space discussion were organized with persons with disabilities, challenging harmful norms and fostering open dialogue with 43 people.

These initiatives empower individuals, increase awareness, and build confidence in making informed reproductive choices.

They also help in promoting a more inclusive healthcare system and contributing to a more equitable society.

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Youth Leaders Empowered to Champion SRHR and VAWG Initiatives

In a transformative three-day workshop, 12 dedicated youth leaders from six organizations including VIAC honed their communication and community engagement skills to advocate for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) and combat Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG).

Over the course of the workshop, participants deepened their understanding of SRHR and VAWG, explored effective

VIAC staff empowering other youth leaders during session.

communication strategies, and developed actionable plans to drive change in their communities. By engaging with experts and delving into key concepts like the Power and Control Wheel and Circle of Discrimination,

VIAC staff in a group photo with other youth leaders

these emerging leaders are now equipped to create safer and more inclusive environments for all. Their collective commitment signals a promising future for youth-led initiatives in advancing gender equality and social justice.

Workshop Empowers CSOs with Gender Transformative Approaches

From June 26 to 28, 2024, we attended a transformative workshop on Gender Transformative Approaches (GTA), that empowered participants to address gender inequality and empower communities. The workshop commenced with enthusiastic discussions and activities to understand and apply GTA principles.

Participants delved into the impact of harmful gender norms and engaged in exercises to identify rights violations and strategies for change. Day two explored the emotional

journey towards empathetic and accountable men committed to gender equality, while day three saw the establishment of an action plan by the Community of Practice (COP) to monitor GTA implementation.

The workshop concluded with recommendations, evaluations, and a call for continued follow-up and feedback from participants. With a focus on creating positive change, the workshop organized by CCID left us equipped and motivated to continue our drive for gender equality in their communities.

Our Inspiring Narratives

My Story As A School Champion

These stories, though diverse in their origins, share a common thread of resilience, empowerment, and community engagement. Through education, advocacy, and collective action, these students have not only transformed their own lives but have also ignited a ripple of change that resonates far beyond their schools.” sometimes we went as far as slapping their buttocks just to make them fill even worse I was also fund of getting the attention of girls I liked, in very inappropriate ways like whistling at them when they passed or making crude comments at them which often strained my friendship with girls but i didn’t mind because my friends considered me to be ‘cool’ like that.” read More

2016- COMPENDIUM-KEY-HUMAN-RIGHTS-DOCUMENTS-AFRICAN

Reproductive health has been defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being in connection to the reproductive organs, not merely the absence of disease related to the said organs. Accordingly, it has been posited that it embraces the aspect of people being able to have a satisfying and safe sex life and at the same time having the freedom to choose if, when, and how often they want to have children. Download document to learn more.

A NUANCED PERSPECTIVES ON SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH RIGHTS: BALANCInG INDIVIDUAL AUTONOMY AND COMMUNITY VALUE

Sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) are typically framed around individual autonomy, gender equality, and human rights. However, an important dimension involves balancing these individual rights with community values, cultural contexts, and societal impacts. This nuanced perspective emphasizes the need to harmonize personal freedoms with the collective ethos of diverse communities read more

REDEFINING SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH: PLACING MEN AT THE CENTER OF THE CONVERSATION

It is imperative to recognize that men play a pivotal role in shaping SRH outcomes. By shifting the narrative to centre around men, we not only broaden our understanding of SRH but also foster a more inclusive and comprehensive approach to promoting health and well-being for all.read more

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