The Cairo Youth Empowerment Initiative (CYEI) is doing commendable work in prioritizing the empowerment of women and girls while also recognizing the importance of including men. By addressing various barriers faced by women and girls, CYEI aims to create a more equitable and supportive environment. Here are some of their impactful initiatives:
1. Elimination of Gender-Based Violence: CYEI is committed to eradicating all forms of violence against women and girls.
2. Access to Safe and Legal Abortion: Ensuring that safe and legal abortion and post-abortion care are available to all individuals.
3. Stigma and Discrimination: CYEI works to eliminate stigma and discrimination based on gender or sexual orientation.
4. Comprehensive Sexuality Education: Providing young people with comprehensive sexuality education and information, along with access to sexual and reproductive health (SRHR) services.
5. Rights-Based SRHR Services: CYEI advocates for SRHR services that are culturally appropriate, gender-sensitive, and grounded in human rights.
In addition to these priorities, CYEI aims to strengthen movements for SRHR by achieving the following outcomes:
1. Individual Awareness: Increasing awareness of SRHR as fundamental human rights.
2. Access to Resources and Services: Ensuring access to SRHR resources, information, and services.
3. Transforming Social Norms: Challenging and reshaping societal norms related to SRHR.
4. Policy and Legal Changes: Advocating for policy and legal reforms to support SRHR.
Kudos to CYEI for their impactful work in promoting gender equality, empowerment, and human rights!
