I believe that the youth are critical agents of change towards a better future and hence each of their precious lives matters. On International Youth Day, designated as an awareness […]Read More
Advocacy, BlogCreating Change One Peer Group at a Time
indiaaidsallianceThe Action Project empowers youth by educating them about issues that are important to them and discussing subjects that no one has talked to them about before. In conservative areas […]Read More
Action, BlogThe power of youth participation: Secures essential vitamin supplements for unmarried, adolescent girls.
indiaaidsallianceIn Bahadur Block of Allahabad in the state of Uttar Pradesh, young people have ensured the access to iron and folic acid supplements for adolescent girls in their locality. Iron […]Read More
Action, BlogSilent No More: Empowering Young People to Speak Out about Sexual & Reproductive Health and Rights
indiaaidsallianceWhen the Action Project first started working in Uttar Pradesh and Manipur, the shyness displayed by young people when speaking about subjects considered taboo—including their sexual & reproductive health and […]Read More
Action, BlogHelping Action Project Youth Raise Their Voices
indiaaidsallianceAll of us at the Action Project were thrilled at the idea of training select youth members, also known as our Key Correspondents, in the area of documentation and communication. […]Read More
Action, BlogA Beacon of Hope in the Fight Against Child Marriage : One Girl’s Story
indiaaidsallianceKavita recounts how her family was recently wracked by conflict. She says quietly, “My older sister, who was 18 years old at the time, was getting married. My family members […]Read More
Action, BlogGetting People to Talk About Sex: Youth groups raise awareness about reproductive health and rights of young people
indiaaidsallianceThe youth groups in Manipur and Allahabad, which were established by the Action Project, are comprised of vocal members who know they are breaking with tradition. In stark contrast to […]Read More