She speaks out: Sexual and Reproductive Health stories around the world – Part 1

Talking about Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) can feel uncomfortable and awkward for many people. Many of us have experiences that can be scary, embarrassing, confusing or even funny. In this episode, Youth Champions Amal and Lauren are joined by Amanda, a SHE SOARS* Youth Advisory Board member in Uganda, to share stories they received from women and girls around the world about their first periods and the fear, confusion and stigma they faced. They discuss their personal experiences and insight on the stories, and how we can work towards normalizing conversations about menstrual cycles to help break the stigma. SHE SOARS, funded by Global Affairs Canada, is the Sexual and reproductive Health and Economic empowerment Supporting Out-of-school Adolescent girls’ Rights and Skills project. Learn more at: https://care.ca/shesoarsprojectEpisode transcripts are available in French and English at: care.ca/shesoars.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in the SHE SOARS podcast are the speakers’ own and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, standards and policies of CARE Canada. The SHE SOARS podcast is a youth-led initiative that provides space for young people to discuss global Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights with the purpose of raising awareness in Canada. Listeners acknowledge that the material and information presented in the podcast are for informational purposes only and do not constitute advice or services. The podcast is for private, non-commercial use and speakers do not necessarily reflect any organization they work for.