Meet Sithembile, a youth leader and social worker based in Zambia who shares what Comprehensive Sexuality Education looks like for girls in Zambia who are in school and not in school. Sithembile works at Restless Development, a global organization that supports the collective power of young leaders to create a better world. In part 1 of this episode, Sithembile sits down with CARE Canada’s Youth Champions, Amal, Lauren and Madeline, to provide insight on how youth learn about Sexual and Reproductive Health in Zambia, including her personal experiences. They discuss the lesson plan, access to information and services, and how youth can make informed decisions about their bodies and lives.

*SHE SOARS, funded by Global Affairs Canada, is the Sexual and reproductive Health and Economic empowerment Supporting Out-of-school Adolescent girls’ Rights and Skills project. Learn more at: https://care.ca/shesoarsproject

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in the SHE SOARS podcast are the speakers’ own and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, standards and policies of CARE Canada. The SHE SOARS podcast is a youth-led initiative that provides space for young people to discuss global Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights with the purpose of raising awareness in Canada. Listeners acknowledge that the material and information presented in the podcast are for informational purposes only and do not constitute advice or services. The podcast is for private, non-commercial use and speakers do not necessarily reflect any organization they work for.