Peer educators drilled in reproductive health
The Salvation Army has trained peer educators in sexual and reproductive health (SRH), criminal responsibility, child rights and referral linkages in Salima District.
Speaking on Tuesday during the training at Makuntha Primary School, Standard Six learner Anne Felix expressed excitement for the opportunity, saying that as a peer educator, she was now aware of her rights and responsibilities.
She said: “I know where to seek help if I feel insecure. I will share everything I have learned with my peers and guardians.
“Learning about criminal responsibility helps us grasp how criminal law relates to moral norms and the consequences of criminal behaviour.”
Salvation Army development services secretary Mathews Kenani Tulombolombo said the training sought to equip young people with essential knowledge that will help them make informed decisions about their sexual health and develop a deeper understanding of their rights and responsibilities.
He said: “By equipping them with a deeper understanding of sexual reproductive health, child rights and criminal responsibility, we are fostering a cohort of individuals who are well-prepared to advocate for the rights and well-being of most vulnerable members of society.”
Speaking on behalf of Salima District Social Welfare Office, Nelisa Kaodzera said training school peer educators will help fellow learners and communities to live a better life and achieve their life dreams.
