Youth often face barriers in accessing basic health services and information related to adolescent health and rights. (Photo credit: Esther Nsapu)
The International Youth Day is celebrated each year on 12 August to recognise young women and men as essential partners in change and to address challenges that they face. Swiss TPH implements several programmes to promote adolescent health and education. There are currently 1.8 billion young people between the ages of 10 and 24 in the world. This is the largest youth population ever. International Youth Day 2018 emphasises the need of safe spaces for youth where they can engage in activities related to their diverse needs and interests and participate in decision-making processes. Swiss TPH supports the creation of safe spaces by promoting adolescent health, strengthening young people's awareness of their rights, and by implementing education programmes. Safe spaces to advocate for rights ACT!2030 is a global youth-led programme that encourages young people to advocate for their sexual and reproductive health rights and hold governments accountable for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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