ADOLESCENT PREGNANCY PREVENTION WEEK

Joining us on this episode of the Youth Perspective: Sandra Jones Subregional advisor PAHO subregional office for the Caribbean Mrs. Youlander Bullard Nursing Officer 2 Coordinator of Adolescent Health Centre Dr. Brittney Jones Technical Officer Discussion questions Are we missing the boat with young people when it comes to adolescent pregnancy prevention?  What is the significance of Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Week? What is the current situation locally and regionally? Why should we be concerned? What are some of the strategies that are available in the region to address adolescent pregnancy? Are there any policies that protect our youth from adolescent pregnancy in The Bahamas? What are some of the factors that contribute to adolescent pregnancy? How can we make access to SRH services easier for adolescents? What can we do as a community to encourage the prevention of adolescent pregnancy? What advice would you give to a concerned parent or guardian?