HOPE FOR ADOLESCENTS ON THE ISLAND
The inception of adolescence carries not only changes to their bodies but also new vulnerabilities to human rights abuses, principally in the stadia of sexuality, marriage and childbearing. Many girls in rural areas or islands are coerced into unwanted sex or marriage , putting them at risk of unwanted pregnancies, unsafe abortions, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including HIV , and dangerous childbirth. Adolescent boys are at risk, as well. Young people both boys and girls are unreasonably affected by HIV. Yet too many young people face barriers to reproductive health information and care. Even those able to find accurate information about their health and rights may be unable to access the services needed to protect their health. EYDI believes that Adolescents’ sexual and reproductive health must be supported. This means providing access to comprehensive sexuality education ; services to prevent, diagnose and treat STIs; and counseling on family planning though e