Peer Learning Session : Peer education interventions in addressing SRHR needs of Adolescents under Tarunya Project

Facilitator

Dr Priyanka S Kochar -Adolescent and Youth Programs Lead, EngenderHealth​

Public health specialist with experience in program management and technical oversight across different program areas. Currently leads the Adolescent and youth programs portfolio at EngenderHealth focusing on implementation of strategies, policies, guidelines that ensure meaningful youth engagement and promote equity and inclusion at all levels, has provided similar direction to EngenderHealth’s Asia programs earlier. Previously, engaged with Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, India to develop guidelines and curricula for the National Adolescent Health Programme in India as a technical expert.

Get ready for another ROOTS PEER Learning Session, Facilitated by Dr. Priyanka S. Kochar in Engender Health.  She will be sharing about Tarunya Project, a SRHR initiative for Adolescents, across three districts in Bihar.  You will learn about the  strategic partnerships, scaling up across districts, and best practices, along with programmatic interventions and innovative strategies put in place.  Discover the intricacies about the program’s unique approach to Adolescent peer education on SRHR. Engage and Inquire by bringing your questions and curiosity.

• Session objective

Tarunya project is an example of youth centered, youth driven programming that leveraged resources, commitment and expertise of both civil society organisations and government for an holistic adolescent health program .  Learn about sustainable partnerships,  and best practices,  innovative strategies put in place that ensured meaningful engagement of young people, while strengthening linkages through health systems and community in a sustainable manner. Engage and Inquire by bringing your questions and curiosity. 

• Session outcome:

By the end of the session, participants will have a clear understanding of  implementing an Adolescent SRHR program (Tarunya Project ) along with best practices and lessons learned.

• About the Organization:

EngenderHealth is a global nonprofit dedicated to improving sexual and reproductive health and rights. They focus on expanding access to quality healthcare services, empowering individuals, and advocating for systemic changes to address inequalities and enhance health outcomes for underserved populations worldwide.

For more details, you can visit https://www.engenderhealth.org/