This resource aims to inform organizations managing Safe Spaces in the development of gender transformative approaches that not only address the immediate needs of women and girls, but whose impact also extends to shift the preconceptions, stereotypes, and norms that inhibit the evolution of gender dynamics, particularly in communities with deeply ingrained patriarchal attitudes. Read More
Youth and Gender
Indigenous Women Speak Out Podcast with Kluane Adamek
This podcast episode features an interview with Kluane Adamek, a Yukon regional chief in northern Canada. Adamek advocates for changes in the ways young people and the next generation are included in decision-making forums, and she is to committed advancing solutions and promoting values-centered leadership. Read More
Exploring Social Norms Around Reproductive Health Affecting Unmarried Adolescent Girls in Burundi
This report documents the methods, findings, and key learnings of a qualitative study conducted in four provinces in Burundi to explore social norms related to the reproductive health behaviors of unmarried adolescent girls and young women. Additionally, the study simultaneously aimed to identify relevant individuals and groups who influence and uphold these social norms. The report is available in English and French. Read More
Barometer: Tracking the Impact of COVID-19 on Adolescent Girls in Kenya
This special edition of Shujaaz Inc.’s COVID-19 Barometer, produced in partnership with UNICEF, draws on face-to-face interviews with 2,015 young people conducted between December 2020 and January 2021. Drawing on additional qualitative insights and conversations with girls across Kenya, the Barometer aims to provide an update on key topics including education, family planning and reproductive health, financial security, mental well-being, and resilience. Read More
Adolescent Girls’ Consultations Toolkit
This toolkit aims to lay a foundation to build a common understanding and coordinated approach to creating a participatory space to engage adolescents and adults in all their diversity and other key stakeholders on the aspirations, challenges, needs, and priorities of adolescent girls and young women. This resource provides practical tools and tips for consulting with diverse adolescent girls, their families, and communities. Read More
Brave Girl Rising
This film tells the story of Nasro, a courageous 17-year-old girl living in one of the world’s largest refugee camps. Despite the nearly insurmountable challenges she faces, Nasro still dreams of the future and her place in it. She fights for her right to education and encourages the girls around her to do the same. Read More
