PRACTICE, CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES OF QUEST -BUSINESS FOR PROMOTING SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH INFORMATION IN ADDIS KETEMA SUB CITY WOREDA 7 AND 8

Abstract

Back ground: Providing quality and sustainable reproductive health information and education and services to adolescents and youth will significantly and positively impact their lives by preventing unwanted pregnancies, sexual and gender-based violence, HIV/AIDS, and other related health problems. Objectives of the Study: The objective of the study was to assess the Practice, Challenges and Opportunities of Quest -Business model for the promotion of Sexual and Reproductive Health information Method: This study aimed to assess the practice, challenges and opportunities of a project implemented in Addis Ketema sub-city a qualitative research approach has been used and a total of 18 interviews done. The data gathered from the Interview has been transcribed, classified, summarized and organized through direct quotation narratives. Results: The study revealed that the approach has been properly managed and sufficient budget allocated it manages to fulfill the provision of SRHR information for young people. The approach found to be an easy method, not complicated, cost efficient and youth to youth approach. There are a lot of opportunities that exist for the smooth implementation of the project and for future scale up in other areas. The project has been implemented in a meaningful manner and it helped the students in acquiring the necessary SRHR knowledge that will keep them healthy and help them to focus on their education and fulfill their dreams. The funding landscape for Adolescent and Youth Reproductive Health is becoming fertile and high interest and willingness of young people to be trained and have the capacity and confidence to decide on their health is an opportunity. Conclusion and Recommendation: The Paper recommends concerned bodies those working in the school should promote youth’s participation. Government and other donors should work to scale up this approach and Families of students should be included in the project.