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Strengthening Education in West and Central Africa by Improving Learners’ Sexual and Reproductive Health

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UNESCO
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The brief describes challenges faced by young people in West and Central Africa including early and uintended pregnancy, which is often linked to child marriage; poor sexual and reproductive health (SRH) including HIV infection, and school-related gender-based violence (GBV). The brief also highlights the role of the education sector in promoting sexual and reproductive health of young people