Menstrual Health Education Outreach to Schools
Through our school outreach, we have reached over 2,600 adolescents with menstrual health education and directly provided over 1,000 packs...
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AFAY Health Initiative is a youth-led non-profit organisation dedicated to improving the health and well-being of vulnerable populations, including children, adolescents and youths. We recognise the unique challenges faced by children and youths, including limited access to quality education, sexual and reproductive health education, mental health support, and preventive healthcare services.
Through innovative programs, advocacy, and community-driven interventions, we empower young people with the knowledge and resources they need to make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing.
Since our inception, the AFAY Health Initiative has reached thousands of adolescents through school-based health programs, community outreaches, and digital advocacy.
Our initiatives focus on critical areas such as Education and literacy, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), mental health awareness, and the prevention of communicable and non-communicable diseases. We believe that by engaging young people as advocates and leaders in their own communities, we can drive sustainable change and improve health outcomes…
Safe spaces and Menstrual Health Programs including PWDs & PLHIVs.
Community Library Project and Early Childhood Education.
We have reached over 2600 adolescents with menstrual health education and directly provided over 1000 packs of sanitary pads.
Strengthening holistic interventions to end sexual violence against children, adolescents and youths.
We are leading a community sickle cell sensitization program in Nigeira and across Africa.
Community- and school-based mental health support programs for adolescents and young people.
We believe that every child and young person deserves access to the knowledge, resources, support, and opportunities they need to live healthy, safe, and fulfilling lives. Through our work, we address issues that affect their health, rights, education, and overall wellbeing.
Our approach is built around Research, Programs, and Policy. We generate and use evidence to better understand community needs, develop practical programs that respond to those needs, and contribute to policies and systems that can create lasting change…
Stories, insights and ideas shaping healthier futures for children, young people and communities.
Find answers to common questions about AFAY Health Initiative, our programs, partnerships, and how you can get involved in creating positive change for children and young people.
Our work focuses on education and literacy, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), menstrual health, mental health awareness, child rights, and the prevention of communicable and non-communicable diseases.
Our programs primarily support children, adolescents, and young people, particularly those facing barriers to education, healthcare, health information, and other essential resources.
Yes. We welcome partnerships with organisations, schools, community groups, donors, and other stakeholders who share our commitment to improving the lives and wellbeing of children and young people. You can contact us to discuss potential areas of collaboration.
You can support our work by volunteering, partnering with us, supporting our community programs, making a donation, or helping us raise awareness about issues affecting children and young people.
We work closely with young people and communities to understand their needs and develop practical solutions that respond to real challenges. Through education, outreach, advocacy, and partnerships, we turn knowledge into action and create opportunities for young people to participate in shaping healthier communities.
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We believe that every child and young person deserves access to the knowledge, resources and support.
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