ART AS CATALYST FOR CHANGE
At the “To Ba Se Wo” IRISE 360 Pamoja Community Communication Campaign, art, theatre, and music serve as powerful catalysts for change, particularly in the context of advancing women’s reproductive health and rights. These creative forms break down barriers, engage communities on a deeper emotional level, and provide an accessible medium to discuss sensitive issues such as reproductive health, gender-based violence, and women’s rights.
Confront the silence surrounding reproductive health
The dialogue created significant breakthroughs. For the first time, religious and traditional leaders participated in discussions about reproductive health without dismissing the need for safe abortion services. Healthcare workers also pledged to expand reproductive health education in local schools and marketplaces, where many young women gather.
IRISE is Empowering Girls, Women, and Communities
At IRISE, we believe that education and access to information are the keys to creating a world where every woman and girl has control over her own body and future. Through our 360 Campaign on SRHR Rights, we engage communities both digitally and on the ground in Ejigbo, Okota, and Ilasa to spark conversations, break down stigmas, and provide crucial resources.
Uniting with community healthcare providers
IRISE has established impactful partnerships with community healthcare providers to create a comprehensive network dedicated to educating young women and girls about their sexual and reproductive health and rights. Recognizing the critical need for accessible, accurate information, IRISE’s initiative seeks to empower this demographic with the knowledge and resources necessary to navigate their sexual health journeys confidently.
Through workshops, seminars, and one-on-one counseling sessions, IRISE collaborates with healthcare professionals to deliver tailored educational programs that address the unique needs of young women and girls. These programs cover a wide range of topics, including puberty, contraception, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), consent, healthy relationships, and the im
Youth perspectives on SRHR
The IRISE survey on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) aims to capture a diverse range of perspectives on the understanding, accessibility, and barriers surrounding SRHR services and education. With questions covering topics like access to contraception, the role of gender equality, and mental health connections, the survey seeks to create a comprehensive picture of the current public opinion landscape on SRHR. This effort is essential to help policymakers and organizations tailor strategies to support equitable access, address cultural perceptions, and improve SRHR awareness, particularly among youth and underserved populations.
Young people are the core of what we do
“Young people are the core of what we do,” reflecting SRHR’s commitment, and commitments to end GBV and all forms of violence against Women , Girls and Young people to promote a world where youth are empowered to make informed, autonomous choices about their health and well-being. At IRISE, we believe that young people are powerful agents of change, and by centering our work around their needs, we aim to build a healthier, more equitable future. We provide comprehensive sexual education, accessible confidential counseling, referral and support, and advocacy resources that encourage youth to take control of their bodies, relationships, and futures. By supporting their right to information and services, SRHR equips young people with the tools they need to make confident, informed decisions, while also working to dismantle the barriers they face. Our goal is not only to educate but also to empower youth as leaders in the movement for health equity and rights. Through IRISE’s work, we hope to create a society that values and respects young people’s voices, nurturing a generation that will advocate for lasting change and help shape a world rooted in equality, autonomy, and health for all
