Gender-based violence (GBV) is widespread in Nicaragua. Girls are frequently affected and often become pregnant at an early age. Together with our local partner organizations, we campaign for the rights of girls and women and improve young people’s access to health services .
Nicaragua has one of the highest teenage pregnancy rates in Latin America, but access to health services to health services, counseling and support is limited for young people. With our partner organization MIRIAM we provide affected young people with improved access to health services and information on sexual and reproductive health, violence prevention and psychosocial support.
Many Teenagers in Nicaraguaespecially girls and young women, experience violence every day. This is deeply rooted in cultural norms and is often taboo. With oursr Partnerorganization FUNARTE We empower young people by giving them better access to services and information. to sexualr and reproductiver Health, violence prevention and psychosocialr Enable support.
Violence is deeply rooted in Nicaragua and is exacerbated by the political unrest. In a climate of uncertainty Girls and women are particularly at risk, as they often lack access to legal protection and support.
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Anette Homlicher
Program Coordination Nicaragua, Security
Your support gives young people in Nicaragua the chance of a better future. Your donation will strengthen them in the long term and bring about real change – your donation makes a difference. Thank you!