“Whatever happens in life, we have the right to live freely”: Conceptualizing Youth Empowerment in Madagascar Through Arts-based Research Methods
So that every young person in Madagascar thrives through adolescence
A model for comprehensive sexuality education at scale — that works
Our specialized Educators are bringing essential knowledge, skills, and support to adolescents across rural Madagascar for the first time. As we scale our program, we’re tackling harmful social norms, transforming schools, and driving change within Madagascar’s education system.
SINCE 2013:
200,000
young adolescents in Madagascar have received our in-school comprehensive sexuality education program
EVERY YEAR:
24,000+
hours of sexuality education and leadership are taught by our specialized Educators in Madagascar's public middle schools
Transforming lives, schools, and communities across Madagascar
Adolescence is tough for young people everywhere. That's especially true in rural Madagascar, where youth have limited access to health information, quality education, and youth-friendly services.
We are transforming this status quo. Our program has had a significant impact on adolescents’ learning and well-being, while strengthening their schools and communities.
IN 2023-2024:
157
trained, supported, equipped, and specialized Educators are delivering in-school comprehensive sexuality education
IN 2023-2024:
138
partner public middle schools across three regions of Madagascar, of which 80% are located in rural communities