Girls and young women, in particular, are denied the ability to exercise these rights. Fulfilling the rights of all children, adolescents and young people is fundamental to achieving gender equality. In South Sudan gender inequality and discriminatory social norms mean that girls and young women often lack the voice, agency and autonomy to make their own decisions in relation to their sexual and reproductive health and are frequently denied access to quality sexual and reproductive health information and services. Good nutrition is the bedrock of women and child survival and development. Well-nourished children are better able to grow, learn, play and participate in their communities. They are also more resilient in the face of crisis.
VARD is strengthening the inter-linkages between the local actors, school teachers and parents thereby improving the present and future health aspects of adolescents in the area through awareness generation and enhancing accessibility to quality SRH services.
