The 2024 Activists Market was a blockbuster, a perfect mix of passion, purpose, and pizzazz! From the resounding laughter echoing through the games to the thought-provoking dialogues on SRHR and GBV, the event was nothing short of transformative. The solidarity was palpable as young people took center stage, not just as participants but as catalysts of change, driving conversations that matter.

In the face of overwhelming evidence, silence is complicity. Leaders, policymakers, and gatekeepers who sidestep solutions, ignore data, and delay action are not just negligent—they are enabling the loss of young lives. This is why we are raising the red card: to hold them accountable for their inaction in the face of the devastating triple threat—teen pregnancies, HIV infections, and gender-based violence (GBV).

Evidence from various studies on the value of comprehensive sexuality education in young people’s lives is very clear and convincing. Over the years, a growing number of governments have committed to delivering Comprehensive Sexuality education and Youth friendly.