1 in 13 women in Tanzania (aged 15-49) has undergone female genital mutilation (#FGM). Of these, 1 in 3 underwent #FGM before the age of 5. #FGM is a violation of basic human rights, a practice that inflicts irreversible harm on girls & women. #HerVoiceMatters #EndFGM

In Tanzania, the Marriage Act of 1971 prohibits boys from being married before the age of 18, but allows girls as young as 14 to be married with parental or court consent. In 2016, the court ruled that marriage under the age of 18 was unconstitutional for both genders and ordered

"Over 30% of Tanzania population is between 10 to 24 years. To promote sexual and reproductive health rights, let's engage in dialogue with policymakers, religious leaders, and young people themselves" ~ Dr Faustine Ndugulile on The IPUparliament on air Podcast Series 2024.

In Tanzania, adolescents (aged 10 to 19 years) are a key segment of the population and according to 2022 census data, there are more than 13 million adolescents in Tanzania which is equivalent to 23% of the total population. The Tanzanian youth population needs sexual and

Congratulations to Dr Faustine Ndugulile on being elected as the new WHO African Region Director.

In Tanzania 46% of all new #HIV infections are among children, adolescents, and young people below age 25 years old. 43% of Tanzanian adolescents and young people (aged 15-24 years) have knowledge of HIV prevention. The Tanzania Society of Pediatric Nurses Tanzania Society of Pediatric Nurses (TSPN) is committed

What an inspiring vision! Young people today are laying the foundation for a brighter future in Tanzania. Their efforts will shape a better tomorrow for generations to come. Proud to see such dedication to positive change! 🌍✨ #YouthEmpowerment #FutureLeaders #Tanzania

Kudos to Tanzania Sexual and Reproductive Health Forum for championing sexual and reproductive health rights for over 13 million adolescents in Tanzania! Your dedication is paving the way for a healthier, empowered future. Keep up the amazing work! 👏🇹🇿 #YouthHealth #SRHR #Tanzania

"Sexual health is a state of physical, emotional, mental, and social wellbeing. It encompasses: ✅Respect ✅Pleasure ✅Safety ✅Freedom from coercion, discrimination and violence" ~ by WHO African Region #WorldSexualHealthDay

Violence against women & girls remains one of the most prevalent & pervasive human rights violations in the world. Join UN Women in the fight against gender-based violence by breaking the silence, speaking up, supporting victims & demanding justice. unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/…

Agnes Simkanga is the 2024 Miss Lake Zone and Miss Mwanza. Despite being a medical doctor student at Catholic University Bugando, Agnes has demonstrated outstanding commitment to empowering every vulnerable adolescent girl and young woman in her community. #SRHR Agnes has been an ambassador

“Scaling up access to high-quality, affordable family planning or reproductive health services while addressing social norms using innovative approaches, including community outreach strategies. This intervention should focus on the poor and vulnerable women & young girls"

Finally 😃😃 Excited to see UDOM HEALTH CLUB work recognized. Please cast your vote Here 👇👇👇 #VijanaNaAfya paschal lucas Leonard Katalambula Farhan Yusuf Kuduishe Kisowile Wizara ya Afya Tanzania 🇹🇿 Department of Public Health (UDOM) Ntuli Kapologwe ANODI KAIHULA Arnold koresha YOHANA NYANZA

THS-PEPFAR HIV/AIDS Best Practices Awards. #EndHIV goals include reducing new HIV infections by 75% by 2025, 90% by 2030 & advancing health equity. Acknowledge the groups transforming the future of HIV is crucial. Vote for UDOM HEALTH CLUB pepfar.ths.or.tz/voting #EndHIV2030

In Tanzania, about 60,000 people contract #HIV infections annually. Despite a significant decrease in the number of #HIV incidences since 2000, HIV still demonstrates gender inequality, with a higher prevalence among women (5.6%) than among men (3.0%). There is no way to separate

Attending the #SummitOfTheFuture? Look out for this side event on Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights: Advancing the agenda for a sustainable future. Date: 23rd September Venue: Westin Grand Central, New York

Not registered yet for the Workshop on Adolescence, SRHR, & HIV in Nairobi, 2-4 October? Now is your last chance to join us for exciting discussions on "Building a Brighter Future: Staying Ahead of the Evolving HIV and SRHR Landscape"! To register 👉🏿 amededu.co/3y0MztJ