A lack of knowledge about sexual health and family planning due to a conservative culture in Trans Nzoia County contributes to the high teen pregnancy rate. The First-Time Young Mothers programme empowers these young women
It’s so rewarding to see these girls open up. Some come here shy and dejected, and now they are the first to speak up.
Ms.Immaculate Nelima discusses sexual health and family planning with a group of young mothers, to bridge the gap in this critical information.
Early pregnancy is not the only potentially life-threatening risk that faces uninformed adolescent girls - HIV is another. The programme teaches vital protection measures.
We must take urgent steps to make sure children and young people receive the information and support they need to protect themselves from unintended pregnancy and HIV,”
