Nonprofit will use $5 million grant to boost adolescent health education
Nonprofit will use $5 million grant to boost adolescent health education Independent Record
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Awarded Grant to Improve Adolescent Health Education in Montana
Introduction
A southwest Montana nonprofit organization, Bridgercare, has been awarded a $5 million federal grant from the Office of Population Affairs Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program. The grant aims to increase access to adolescent health education programs in the state of Montana.
The Montana Youth Wellness Initiative
Bridgercare plans to utilize the grant money to launch the Montana Youth Wellness Initiative. This initiative will support agencies that serve youth, faith-based organizations, and schools by providing them with age-appropriate, culturally inclusive, and evidence-based curriculums.
Importance of Education
Bridgercare’s Education Director, Cami Armijo-Grover, emphasized the importance of educating young individuals about their bodies and equipping them with the necessary tools and skills to navigate puberty and relationships. The organization is excited about the opportunities this funding opens up to improve the health and well-being of young Montanans in the community.
Program Offerings
Bridgercare offers a range of programs for schools, individuals, organizations serving youth, and community groups. The nonprofit aims to support adults, youth, and communities by providing evidence-based education and information to ensure families have access to accurate information. The curriculum provided is tailored to the specific age group and comfort level of the school district or organization it is working with.
Montana Youth Risk Behavior Survey
The annual Montana Youth Risk Behavior Survey conducted in 2021 revealed concerning statistics. Nearly 60% of Montana high school seniors reported having sex, but less than half reported using condoms regularly. Additionally, approximately 11% of high school students surveyed reported being forced to have sex against their will.
Legislation on Sexuality Education
In 2021, a law was passed requiring school districts to provide at least 48 hours’ notice to parents when events or courses on human sexuality will be taught. Parents are also given the option to withdraw their students from any human sexuality instruction.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
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SDGs Addressed in the Article
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
- SDG 4: Quality Education
- SDG 5: Gender Equality
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Specific Targets Based on the Article’s Content
- SDG 3.7: By 2030, ensure universal access to sexual and reproductive health-care services, including for family planning, information and education, and the integration of reproductive health into national strategies and programs.
- SDG 4.7: By 2030, ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including, among others, through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship, and appreciation of cultural diversity and of culture’s contribution to sustainable development.
- SDG 5.6: Ensure universal access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights as agreed in accordance with the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development and the Beijing Platform for Action and the outcome documents of their review conferences.
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Indicators Mentioned or Implied in the Article
- Access to adolescent health education programs
- Increased access to evidence-based curriculums
- Percentage of high school seniors reporting having sex
- Percentage of high school students using condoms regularly
- Percentage of high school students forced to have sex against their will
- Compliance with the 48-hour notice requirement for human sexuality instruction in schools
- Availability of age-appropriate and culturally inclusive curriculum
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being | SDG 3.7: By 2030, ensure universal access to sexual and reproductive health-care services, including for family planning, information and education, and the integration of reproductive health into national strategies and programs. | – Access to adolescent health education programs – Increased access to evidence-based curriculums |
| SDG 4: Quality Education | SDG 4.7: By 2030, ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including, among others, through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship, and appreciation of cultural diversity and of culture’s contribution to sustainable development. | – Availability of age-appropriate and culturally inclusive curriculum – Compliance with the 48-hour notice requirement for human sexuality instruction in schools |
| SDG 5: Gender Equality | SDG 5.6: Ensure universal access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights as agreed in accordance with the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development and the Beijing Platform for Action and the outcome documents of their review conferences. | – Percentage of high school seniors reporting having sex – Percentage of high school students using condoms regularly – Percentage of high school students forced to have sex against their will |
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