Announcing the Launch of NextGen RH
Are you working in adolescent and youth reproductive health (AYRH)? Then we've got exciting news! Read about how Knowledge SUCCESS is launching NextGen RH, a new youth Community of Practice that will serve as a platform of exchange, collaboration, and capacity building. Together we'll creatively develop solutions to common challenges, support and develop AYRH best practices,
“Connecting Conversations” Series Launches
On July 15, Knowledge SUCCESS and FP2020 launched our new webinar series, "Connecting Conversations"—a series of discussions on adolescent and youth reproductive health. Missed the first webinar? Our recap is below, and so are links to watch for yourself and register for future sessions.
Young Emanzi: Mentoring Boys and Young Men to Develop Healthy, Gender-Equitable Relationships
FHI 360 developed and implemented a multicomponent mentoring program for ABYM (ages 15–24) called Young Emanzi. The program promotes positive gender norms, gender-equitable and healthy relationships, and economic productivity while also addressing the reproductive health needs of ABYM.
Sustaining Access to Voluntary Reproductive Health Care in East Africa
Youth and adolescents need special consideration. This article articulates the important role of decision makers and technical advisors in enhancing access to RH services by youth during COVID-19.
Opening Doors: Mentoring for Effective Advocacy
Young leaders can be a powerful force for change, and they can be even more effective when they have access to seasoned allies. USAID's Health Policy Plus (HP+) shares insights from an intergenerational mentoring program in Malawi. Young leaders receive the support they need to engage village, district, and national stakeholders to deliver on the promises
Mentoring Equips Girls and Young Women with the Knowledge, Skills, and Support to Overcome Challenges
Worldwide, girls and young women face a wide array of challenges to their health and well-being. Research on the impact of mentoring demonstrates the importance of positive role models and social support systems for improving health knowledge and outcomes. Our colleagues at FHI 360 share how they developed and implemented a multicomponent mentoring program Anyaka Makwiri
Are We Staying True to Our Commitments to Young People?
In October 2018, more than 100 organizations signed on to the Global Consensus on Meaningful Adolescent and Youth Engagement (MAYE). The question remains: what has been the impact of MAYE? We asked a few young leaders in the family planning movement to share their views.
How Do We Mainstream Meaningful Youth Engagement in Family Planning Programs?
Explore key findings from YIELD Project’s report on youth engagement, and learn how to use the results and recommendations to better design and implement youth family planning and reproductive health programs.
Young People Gain from Sharing Family Planning Stories
A new study by the Johns Hopkins Center for Communication Programs finds that storytelling initiatives can motivate and create community and opportunity among young people working in family planning.
Ten Defining Family Planning Achievements of the Last Decade
As the decade comes to a close, Knowledge SUCCESS reflects on 10 defining achievements that have shaped and continue to inform family planning programs and services.