Learn about upcoming funding for teen pregnancy prevention programs as well as a discussion on how to develop a teen pregnancy prevention program for your community.
This document discusses teen pregnancy rates and factors in the US and around the world. In the US, 1/3 of teenage girls become pregnant, and daughters of teen mothers are more likely to also become teen mothers. African American and Hispanic teenagers have higher pregnancy rates than whites. Globally, 16 million teenagers give birth each year. The top 5 countries for teen pregnancy rates are Niger, Chad, Mozambique, Mali, and Liberia. These countries often have high rates of child marriage and lack of sexual education and healthcare access. The document also discusses resources and programs available to support teen mothers.
This document discusses teen sexuality, pregnancy, and parenthood from a biblical perspective. It defines sexuality and discusses establishing a sexual identity as a teen. For Christians, sexual activity before marriage is wrong, and abstinence is the only choice. However, for those who are sexually active, pregnancy and STDs are risks. The document outlines the decision making process for an unplanned pregnancy, including options like single parenthood, marriage, adoption, and termination (abortion). It notes the consequences of teen parenthood like fewer choices and health risks. Financial problems and social/emotional stresses are also discussed.
This document discusses teenage pregnancy, presenting statistics showing that the rate of teenage pregnancy has increased since 2007. Babies born to teenage mothers face greater health risks, such as premature birth, low birth weight, and higher mortality within the first year. Teenage pregnancy can negatively impact the mother's life by increasing the risk of dropping out of school and facing economic struggles. The document examines causes of teenage pregnancy like lack of sex education and peer pressure, and prevention methods like promoting abstinence and use of contraceptives.
The document discusses adolescent pregnancy worldwide. It notes that approximately 14 million adolescent girls give birth each year, while 4.4 million have abortions. Adolescent pregnancy can lead to social exclusion, greater health risks for both mother and child, and increased risk of living in poverty. Successful prevention programs involve collaborative community efforts and educating youth on contraception and safe sex. Education is key to reducing adolescent pregnancy rates globally.
This document discusses teenage pregnancy. It defines teenage pregnancy as pregnancies among girls aged 19 and younger. Some key causes of teenage pregnancy identified include lack of sex education, lack of parental care and control, broken homes/divorce, peer pressure, curiosity, and exposure to pornographic materials. Effects of teenage pregnancy include termination of education, physical problems, loss of respect, problems with money, lack of child-rearing experience, exposure to STDs, and unsafe abortions. Suggested measures to control teenage pregnancy are sex education, enacting laws against sexual offenses against minors, encouraging adolescent chastity, providing moral training, and ensuring parental care and control.
This document discusses teenage pregnancy rates and statistics in San Antonio, Texas. It shows that teenage pregnancy rates increased in the 1990s before declining. Hispanic and African American teens have higher rates of school-age pregnancy than other groups. San Antonio spends $10 million annually on costs associated with pregnant teens. While teenage pregnancy rates are declining, over 800,000 teens still become pregnant each year in the United States. Many unplanned pregnancies are due to lack of contraceptive use and lack of education about safe sex and pregnancy prevention.
This document discusses strategies for school counselors to effectively counsel pregnant teens and teen mothers through small group counseling. It provides national and state statistics on teen pregnancy rates to emphasize the need for support services. Recommendations are given for starting a counseling group, including obtaining approvals and identifying interested students. Suggested group activities promote goals, self-reflection, relationships, and future planning. Community resources are also identified to assist counseling efforts. The presentation concludes by asking counselors to share their experiences and ways to further help this student population.
This document discusses teen pregnancy rates and factors in the US and around the world. In the US, 1/3 of teenage girls become pregnant, and daughters of teen mothers are more likely to also become teen mothers. African American and Hispanic teenagers have higher pregnancy rates than whites. Globally, 16 million teenagers give birth each year. The top 5 countries for teen pregnancy rates are Niger, Chad, Mozambique, Mali, and Liberia. These countries often have high rates of child marriage and lack of sexual education and healthcare access. The document also discusses resources and programs available to support teen mothers.
This document discusses teen sexuality, pregnancy, and parenthood from a biblical perspective. It defines sexuality and discusses establishing a sexual identity as a teen. For Christians, sexual activity before marriage is wrong, and abstinence is the only choice. However, for those who are sexually active, pregnancy and STDs are risks. The document outlines the decision making process for an unplanned pregnancy, including options like single parenthood, marriage, adoption, and termination (abortion). It notes the consequences of teen parenthood like fewer choices and health risks. Financial problems and social/emotional stresses are also discussed.
This document discusses teenage pregnancy, presenting statistics showing that the rate of teenage pregnancy has increased since 2007. Babies born to teenage mothers face greater health risks, such as premature birth, low birth weight, and higher mortality within the first year. Teenage pregnancy can negatively impact the mother's life by increasing the risk of dropping out of school and facing economic struggles. The document examines causes of teenage pregnancy like lack of sex education and peer pressure, and prevention methods like promoting abstinence and use of contraceptives.
The document discusses adolescent pregnancy worldwide. It notes that approximately 14 million adolescent girls give birth each year, while 4.4 million have abortions. Adolescent pregnancy can lead to social exclusion, greater health risks for both mother and child, and increased risk of living in poverty. Successful prevention programs involve collaborative community efforts and educating youth on contraception and safe sex. Education is key to reducing adolescent pregnancy rates globally.
This document discusses teenage pregnancy. It defines teenage pregnancy as pregnancies among girls aged 19 and younger. Some key causes of teenage pregnancy identified include lack of sex education, lack of parental care and control, broken homes/divorce, peer pressure, curiosity, and exposure to pornographic materials. Effects of teenage pregnancy include termination of education, physical problems, loss of respect, problems with money, lack of child-rearing experience, exposure to STDs, and unsafe abortions. Suggested measures to control teenage pregnancy are sex education, enacting laws against sexual offenses against minors, encouraging adolescent chastity, providing moral training, and ensuring parental care and control.
This document discusses teenage pregnancy rates and statistics in San Antonio, Texas. It shows that teenage pregnancy rates increased in the 1990s before declining. Hispanic and African American teens have higher rates of school-age pregnancy than other groups. San Antonio spends $10 million annually on costs associated with pregnant teens. While teenage pregnancy rates are declining, over 800,000 teens still become pregnant each year in the United States. Many unplanned pregnancies are due to lack of contraceptive use and lack of education about safe sex and pregnancy prevention.
This document discusses strategies for school counselors to effectively counsel pregnant teens and teen mothers through small group counseling. It provides national and state statistics on teen pregnancy rates to emphasize the need for support services. Recommendations are given for starting a counseling group, including obtaining approvals and identifying interested students. Suggested group activities promote goals, self-reflection, relationships, and future planning. Community resources are also identified to assist counseling efforts. The presentation concludes by asking counselors to share their experiences and ways to further help this student population.
This document summarizes a study that explored perceptions of teenage pregnancy in South Africa. It conducted 17 focus group discussions with 193 participants from diverse backgrounds. The study found that teenage pregnancy is common and viewed both as acceptable and unacceptable depending on factors like economic gain, peer pressure, and religious views. It identified several perceived causes of teenage pregnancy like poverty, lack of education, lack of parental guidance, and believing pregnancy can't happen the first time having sex. The discussion concluded teenage pregnancy is a complex issue with varied social and economic drivers that prevention efforts need to address.
This document discusses teenage pregnancy globally and in the Philippines. It provides statistics showing that teenage pregnancy is a significant problem, with 7.3 million girls becoming pregnant before 18 each year globally. In the Philippines, one in ten young women ages 15-19 is already a mother or pregnant. The document then examines the causes of teenage pregnancy, including peer pressure, lack of sexual education, and poverty. It also explores the health risks for teenage mothers and their babies. The document outlines preventive practices like comprehensive sexuality education and protective factors. It proposes interventions for schools like counseling and support for pregnant teenagers to continue their education.
Adolescent pregnancy continues to be an important social issue. It is defined as a girl between 13-19 years old becoming pregnant. Teen pregnancy can have negative social and financial consequences as teen mothers often lack education, job skills, and support systems. It can also endanger the health of both mother and child due to increased medical risks of early pregnancy. While the ultimate cause is unprotected sex, risk factors for teen pregnancy include poverty, family structure, low school performance, substance abuse, and lack of sexual education and access to contraception. Preventing teen pregnancy requires efforts from parents, schools, healthcare providers, and government to educate youth and increase support for young mothers.
Teenage pregnancy is defined as a girl aged 13-19 becoming pregnant. In Malaysia, most first sexual encounters occur between ages 15-19, putting girls at risk of unwanted pregnancy, STDs, and long-term health issues. While the teenage birth and pregnancy rates in Malaysia have decreased in recent years, they remain a public health issue, especially among unmarried, low-income, and rural adolescents. Unwanted pregnancies often lead to abandoned babies and unsafe or illegal abortions, which can result in medical complications. Experts recommend increasing access to sexual education and family planning services to prevent unintended pregnancies and support services for teenage mothers and their children.
Teen pregnancy rates in the United States have declined but remain an issue. In Philadelphia between 2000-2002, the birthrate and pregnancy rate among females aged 15-19 decreased but was still prevalent. Teen mothers face criticism from society and lack support. They are at risk of hardships like dropping out of school. While some schools have programs to provide contraception and education, not all teens have access, so any teen can become pregnant. Staying informed and supporting pregnant teens can help address this complex issue.
Teen pregnancy remains a significant global issue. About 16.4% of pregnancies occur among teenagers each year, with 80% being unplanned. Teen pregnancy can have serious medical risks for both mother and child due to the physical immaturity of young mothers. It can also have social consequences, as teen parents often drop out of school, limiting their economic opportunities and continuing the cycle of poverty. While rates are declining in many developed countries, proper sex education and access to contraception have been shown to further reduce teen pregnancy rates.
This was a short lecture on teenage pregnancy given during the Phil Pediatric Society Central Visayas chapter Postgraduate Course last November 19, 2015 at the Marriott Hotel, Cebu City.
Teenage pregnancy is defined as girls aged 13-19 becoming pregnant. Half of the world's population is under 25. Each year, 14 million children are born to young women aged 15-19 worldwide. Causes of teenage pregnancy include early marriage, lack of sex education, peer pressure, poverty, and family issues. Impacts include negative psychosocial and medical effects on both the teenage mother and her child, such as higher risks of medical complications, living in poverty, and continuing the cycle of teenage pregnancy. Prevention strategies include sex education, promoting abstinence, use of contraceptives, and prevention programs.
This document summarizes trends in teenage pregnancy in the United States. It notes that since 1990, teen pregnancy rates have significantly declined, likely due to factors like divorce rates, higher education, and birth control use. However, in 2013, 11% of adolescents still had a child before age 20. The document also examines influences on trends like different approaches to sex education and access to contraception. It outlines some of the key issues around preventing teen pregnancy through factors like peer pressure and parental involvement. Finally, it discusses the health, economic, and social impacts of teen pregnancy.
This document provides information on a publicity plan to prevent teen pregnancy. The plan has three main goals: 1) provide information on the consequences of teen pregnancy, 2) promote methods to prevent teen pregnancy, and 3) advocate for social and political changes to reduce teen pregnancy. It then provides background facts on teen pregnancy rates, health risks, and socioeconomic outcomes. The document advocates for increasing education, access to long-acting birth control, and using social media campaigns to raise awareness on the issues.
- The document discusses the results of a survey given to students at Highlands Ranch High School about their opinions on teen pregnancy.
- The majority of students thought that if a teen girl gets pregnant she should keep the baby, with the second most popular option being adoption.
- Most students believed that if a girl kept her baby she should continue her education, and that getting pregnant damages a girl's reputation more than a boy's.
- Over three-quarters of students said they would tell parents and friends immediately if they got pregnant as a teen.
This is a work made in the 8th grade about adolescent pregnancy, methods of contraception and abortion. At the end there's a quiz that is good to do when you're presenting. I hope it's useful, you
Teenage pregnancy is defined as pregnancy in female adolescents under the age of 20. It can occur as early as age 12 or 13 when ovulation begins, though it usually occurs from age 14 onward. There are many factors that contribute to teenage pregnancy, including curiosity, peer pressure, lack of family support, lack of information about sex and contraception, and liberal views about sex. Teenage pregnancy can present medical, financial, educational, and emotional challenges for both mother and child.
Pregnancy in young females aged 13 to 19 is considered a teenage pregnancy. These pregnancies often occur in females who have not completed their secondary education, have few job skills, and are financially dependent on parents or guardians. Additionally, teenage mothers tend to be mentally immature and unprepared for the responsibilities of parenthood. The majority of teenage pregnancies occur in females aged 15 to 17 years old.
- Teenage pregnancy is a growing public health issue, with 16 million adolescent girls becoming mothers each year in low and middle income countries. It can have serious medical risks for both mother and baby.
- Social factors that contribute to teenage pregnancy include lack of parental guidance, lack of sex education and access to contraception, cultural pressures, and early marriage. Ensuring girls receive an education through adolescence reduces risks of early pregnancy and marriage.
- Government programs in Malaysia aim to support teenage mothers by providing schooling, healthcare, job training, and adoption services to help break the cycle of poverty. Educating both youth and parents is key to addressing this complex issue.
Teenage pregnancy negatively affects mothers, fathers, and children. Mothers have lower educational attainment, limited career options, and are more likely to live in poverty. Fathers sometimes abandon their responsibilities and feel less responsible for the child. Children of teenage mothers have higher risks of low birth weight, infant mortality, cognitive and developmental issues, poor academic and behavioral outcomes, and continuing the cycle of teenage pregnancy into the next generation.
This document discusses teenage pregnancy, including demographics, key issues facing pregnant teenagers and midwives, and local and national strategies. It provides statistics on teenage pregnancy rates in Scotland and discusses challenges such as lack of family support, mental health, continuing education, and involvement of the father. National strategies aim to halve teenage pregnancy rates through education and support programs. Local support organizations and midwifery guidelines also aim to address the holistic needs of pregnant teenagers.
This document discusses teenage pregnancy among school learners in South Africa. It identifies several key causes of teenage pregnancy, including lack of knowledge about sexuality, peer pressure, media influence, absenteeism from school, and poor school performance. To address this issue, the document proposes a strategy to launch educational programs in schools involving parents, health professionals, community leaders and NGOs. These programs will provide information to students and parents about pregnancy prevention, contraceptive use, and the effects of teenage pregnancy. Progress will be evaluated through student surveys about the impact of the awareness campaigns.
What is true empowerment look like? Young leaders need to be cultivated and given power to make decisions and fail to grow into the leaders of the future. What is your role in the process? This workshop will look at the Empowerment Ladder and talk about practical mentoring roles that you can take.
This document provides information on how to effectively mobilize and manage volunteers, especially those with professional skills. It discusses developing a quality website, creating meaningful volunteer roles around projects, designing roles to utilize volunteers' skills, treating volunteers well to create advocates, and involving them with the goal of retention.
Online Video In Latin America English Webinar Dec2010Renato Guerra
The document discusses online video viewing in Latin America based on data from comScore Video Metrix. It finds that:
1) Online video reach is consistent across Latin America and similar to the US, though online video consumption skews younger in Latin America.
2) Engagement with online video, as measured by videos viewed per viewer and hours watched per viewer, is growing in Latin America but still lags the US levels.
3) Viewing behavior varies by content category and demographic - conversational media attracts younger viewers while news attracts older viewers, and engagement is higher on live streaming sites.
This document summarizes a study that explored perceptions of teenage pregnancy in South Africa. It conducted 17 focus group discussions with 193 participants from diverse backgrounds. The study found that teenage pregnancy is common and viewed both as acceptable and unacceptable depending on factors like economic gain, peer pressure, and religious views. It identified several perceived causes of teenage pregnancy like poverty, lack of education, lack of parental guidance, and believing pregnancy can't happen the first time having sex. The discussion concluded teenage pregnancy is a complex issue with varied social and economic drivers that prevention efforts need to address.
This document discusses teenage pregnancy globally and in the Philippines. It provides statistics showing that teenage pregnancy is a significant problem, with 7.3 million girls becoming pregnant before 18 each year globally. In the Philippines, one in ten young women ages 15-19 is already a mother or pregnant. The document then examines the causes of teenage pregnancy, including peer pressure, lack of sexual education, and poverty. It also explores the health risks for teenage mothers and their babies. The document outlines preventive practices like comprehensive sexuality education and protective factors. It proposes interventions for schools like counseling and support for pregnant teenagers to continue their education.
Adolescent pregnancy continues to be an important social issue. It is defined as a girl between 13-19 years old becoming pregnant. Teen pregnancy can have negative social and financial consequences as teen mothers often lack education, job skills, and support systems. It can also endanger the health of both mother and child due to increased medical risks of early pregnancy. While the ultimate cause is unprotected sex, risk factors for teen pregnancy include poverty, family structure, low school performance, substance abuse, and lack of sexual education and access to contraception. Preventing teen pregnancy requires efforts from parents, schools, healthcare providers, and government to educate youth and increase support for young mothers.
Teenage pregnancy is defined as a girl aged 13-19 becoming pregnant. In Malaysia, most first sexual encounters occur between ages 15-19, putting girls at risk of unwanted pregnancy, STDs, and long-term health issues. While the teenage birth and pregnancy rates in Malaysia have decreased in recent years, they remain a public health issue, especially among unmarried, low-income, and rural adolescents. Unwanted pregnancies often lead to abandoned babies and unsafe or illegal abortions, which can result in medical complications. Experts recommend increasing access to sexual education and family planning services to prevent unintended pregnancies and support services for teenage mothers and their children.
Teen pregnancy rates in the United States have declined but remain an issue. In Philadelphia between 2000-2002, the birthrate and pregnancy rate among females aged 15-19 decreased but was still prevalent. Teen mothers face criticism from society and lack support. They are at risk of hardships like dropping out of school. While some schools have programs to provide contraception and education, not all teens have access, so any teen can become pregnant. Staying informed and supporting pregnant teens can help address this complex issue.
Teen pregnancy remains a significant global issue. About 16.4% of pregnancies occur among teenagers each year, with 80% being unplanned. Teen pregnancy can have serious medical risks for both mother and child due to the physical immaturity of young mothers. It can also have social consequences, as teen parents often drop out of school, limiting their economic opportunities and continuing the cycle of poverty. While rates are declining in many developed countries, proper sex education and access to contraception have been shown to further reduce teen pregnancy rates.
This was a short lecture on teenage pregnancy given during the Phil Pediatric Society Central Visayas chapter Postgraduate Course last November 19, 2015 at the Marriott Hotel, Cebu City.
Teenage pregnancy is defined as girls aged 13-19 becoming pregnant. Half of the world's population is under 25. Each year, 14 million children are born to young women aged 15-19 worldwide. Causes of teenage pregnancy include early marriage, lack of sex education, peer pressure, poverty, and family issues. Impacts include negative psychosocial and medical effects on both the teenage mother and her child, such as higher risks of medical complications, living in poverty, and continuing the cycle of teenage pregnancy. Prevention strategies include sex education, promoting abstinence, use of contraceptives, and prevention programs.
This document summarizes trends in teenage pregnancy in the United States. It notes that since 1990, teen pregnancy rates have significantly declined, likely due to factors like divorce rates, higher education, and birth control use. However, in 2013, 11% of adolescents still had a child before age 20. The document also examines influences on trends like different approaches to sex education and access to contraception. It outlines some of the key issues around preventing teen pregnancy through factors like peer pressure and parental involvement. Finally, it discusses the health, economic, and social impacts of teen pregnancy.
This document provides information on a publicity plan to prevent teen pregnancy. The plan has three main goals: 1) provide information on the consequences of teen pregnancy, 2) promote methods to prevent teen pregnancy, and 3) advocate for social and political changes to reduce teen pregnancy. It then provides background facts on teen pregnancy rates, health risks, and socioeconomic outcomes. The document advocates for increasing education, access to long-acting birth control, and using social media campaigns to raise awareness on the issues.
- The document discusses the results of a survey given to students at Highlands Ranch High School about their opinions on teen pregnancy.
- The majority of students thought that if a teen girl gets pregnant she should keep the baby, with the second most popular option being adoption.
- Most students believed that if a girl kept her baby she should continue her education, and that getting pregnant damages a girl's reputation more than a boy's.
- Over three-quarters of students said they would tell parents and friends immediately if they got pregnant as a teen.
This is a work made in the 8th grade about adolescent pregnancy, methods of contraception and abortion. At the end there's a quiz that is good to do when you're presenting. I hope it's useful, you
Teenage pregnancy is defined as pregnancy in female adolescents under the age of 20. It can occur as early as age 12 or 13 when ovulation begins, though it usually occurs from age 14 onward. There are many factors that contribute to teenage pregnancy, including curiosity, peer pressure, lack of family support, lack of information about sex and contraception, and liberal views about sex. Teenage pregnancy can present medical, financial, educational, and emotional challenges for both mother and child.
Pregnancy in young females aged 13 to 19 is considered a teenage pregnancy. These pregnancies often occur in females who have not completed their secondary education, have few job skills, and are financially dependent on parents or guardians. Additionally, teenage mothers tend to be mentally immature and unprepared for the responsibilities of parenthood. The majority of teenage pregnancies occur in females aged 15 to 17 years old.
- Teenage pregnancy is a growing public health issue, with 16 million adolescent girls becoming mothers each year in low and middle income countries. It can have serious medical risks for both mother and baby.
- Social factors that contribute to teenage pregnancy include lack of parental guidance, lack of sex education and access to contraception, cultural pressures, and early marriage. Ensuring girls receive an education through adolescence reduces risks of early pregnancy and marriage.
- Government programs in Malaysia aim to support teenage mothers by providing schooling, healthcare, job training, and adoption services to help break the cycle of poverty. Educating both youth and parents is key to addressing this complex issue.
Teenage pregnancy negatively affects mothers, fathers, and children. Mothers have lower educational attainment, limited career options, and are more likely to live in poverty. Fathers sometimes abandon their responsibilities and feel less responsible for the child. Children of teenage mothers have higher risks of low birth weight, infant mortality, cognitive and developmental issues, poor academic and behavioral outcomes, and continuing the cycle of teenage pregnancy into the next generation.
This document discusses teenage pregnancy, including demographics, key issues facing pregnant teenagers and midwives, and local and national strategies. It provides statistics on teenage pregnancy rates in Scotland and discusses challenges such as lack of family support, mental health, continuing education, and involvement of the father. National strategies aim to halve teenage pregnancy rates through education and support programs. Local support organizations and midwifery guidelines also aim to address the holistic needs of pregnant teenagers.
This document discusses teenage pregnancy among school learners in South Africa. It identifies several key causes of teenage pregnancy, including lack of knowledge about sexuality, peer pressure, media influence, absenteeism from school, and poor school performance. To address this issue, the document proposes a strategy to launch educational programs in schools involving parents, health professionals, community leaders and NGOs. These programs will provide information to students and parents about pregnancy prevention, contraceptive use, and the effects of teenage pregnancy. Progress will be evaluated through student surveys about the impact of the awareness campaigns.
What is true empowerment look like? Young leaders need to be cultivated and given power to make decisions and fail to grow into the leaders of the future. What is your role in the process? This workshop will look at the Empowerment Ladder and talk about practical mentoring roles that you can take.
This document provides information on how to effectively mobilize and manage volunteers, especially those with professional skills. It discusses developing a quality website, creating meaningful volunteer roles around projects, designing roles to utilize volunteers' skills, treating volunteers well to create advocates, and involving them with the goal of retention.
Online Video In Latin America English Webinar Dec2010Renato Guerra
The document discusses online video viewing in Latin America based on data from comScore Video Metrix. It finds that:
1) Online video reach is consistent across Latin America and similar to the US, though online video consumption skews younger in Latin America.
2) Engagement with online video, as measured by videos viewed per viewer and hours watched per viewer, is growing in Latin America but still lags the US levels.
3) Viewing behavior varies by content category and demographic - conversational media attracts younger viewers while news attracts older viewers, and engagement is higher on live streaming sites.
This document provides an organizational assessment tool to help non-profits evaluate the size, complexity, policies and procedures of their operations. It includes categories to assess areas like staffing levels, programs, facilities, vehicles, and the formality of policies around governance, administration, human resources, financial management, and acceptable workplace behavior. The tool aims to help organizations chart their current state and needed improvements to policies as they grow in scale and complexity.
The document provides an overview of a job readiness training curriculum developed for the Baltimore Pipeline Project. It aims to build a pipeline of qualified residents to fill entry-level jobs in Baltimore by focusing on developing core soft skills. The curriculum contains six sections that cover workforce preparation, communication, interpersonal, life management, decision-making, and customer service skills. It is designed to prepare individuals for work through developing the necessary pre-employment skills and empowering them for success.
The document summarizes details about a grant opportunity from the Family Service Association to provide technical assistance funding to faith and community-based organizations. Up to 20 organizations will receive grants ranging from $12,000 to $20,000 to build their organizational capacity. The grants can be used for activities like strategic planning, financial management, and board development. Eligible organizations provide services in certain zip codes and address issues like youth, financial education, or job readiness. The application is due February 22nd and selected organizations will receive site visits and training.
Participate in a discussion regarding financial literacy program components designed for your community as well as an introduction to a proven financial literacy curricula - MoneySmarts.
Participate in a discussion regarding job readiness program components designed for your community as well as an introduction to a proven Job Readiness curriculum.
This document discusses different approaches to sex education in schools, including full sex education, abstinence-only education, and a middle ground approach. It notes that nearly half of women who have abortions did not use birth control, and over a quarter did not think they would get pregnant. Rates of teen pregnancy and STDs in the US are high compared to other developed countries. There is an ongoing debate around whether schools should distribute birth control and discuss relationships or take a more limited factual approach and leave broader discussions to parents.
B R I E FWho Are America’s Poor ChildrenThe Official.docxjasoninnes20
This document summarizes key characteristics and statistics about poor children in America according to the official poverty measure. Some key points:
- Over 15 million (21%) American children live in families with incomes below the federal poverty level.
- Rates of child poverty vary by state and are disproportionately high among black, Hispanic, American Indian, and young children.
- Many poor children experience hardships like food insecurity, lack of health insurance, and unstable housing situations.
- The official poverty measure is criticized for being outdated and not capturing benefits received. Alternative measures usually find higher poverty rates.
Marriage is America's #1 weapon against childhood poverty. This presentation details the impact of marriage on the probability of child poverty in Tennessee.
Grand families.org --14-state-of-grandfamilies-report-finalscreaminc
This document summarizes information about grandfamilies in the United States. It states that approximately 7.8 million children live in grandfamilies, often due to job loss, illness, death, substance abuse or incarceration of parents. Grandfamilies provide kinship care to keep children out of the foster care system, saving taxpayers over $4 billion per year. Grandparents and other relatives who take on caregiving duties unexpectedly face challenges in meeting the needs of the children, and they have higher rates of poverty than non-caregiving grandparents. The document discusses the needs of both children and caregivers in grandfamilies and outlines some of the supports available, such as government benefits, community programs, and tax credits.
This document discusses how marriage rates have declined in Tennessee since 1964 and the negative effects this has had, especially on child poverty rates. Some key points:
- The percentage of children born out of wedlock in Tennessee increased from 10% in 1964 to 44.1% in 2010.
- Single-parent families have much higher poverty rates than married families. Marriage reduces the probability of child poverty by 82% in Tennessee.
- Over one-third of families with children in Tennessee are not married. 73% of poor families with children are unmarried.
- Less educated women are more likely to have out-of-wedlock births. Marriage and education are both effective at reducing child poverty.
The survey of over 10,000 LGBT youth reveals that many feel profoundly disconnected from their communities due to factors such as a lack of family acceptance, bullying, and harassment. However, LGBT youth also demonstrate resilience and optimism for the future. They are more likely than their non-LGBT peers to believe they must leave their communities to achieve their dreams. When asked about their most important problems, LGBT youth cited issues related to their identity such as family acceptance and bullying, while non-LGBT youth cited school or financial issues.
Sexo en adolescentes: la influencia de los padresGloria
1) The document discusses teen sexual activity in the United States, noting troubling statistics such as two-thirds of 12th graders having been sexually active. It also discusses negative outcomes associated with early sexual activity like sexually transmitted infections and teen pregnancy.
2) Social science research suggests that parental influences can impact adolescents' sexual behavior, including an intact family structure, parents disapproving of teen sex, and a strong parent-child relationship.
3) Policies aimed at reducing teen sexual activity and related issues should strengthen parental involvement, while those that discourage parental consent may be counterproductive. The document advocates for programs that support the family structure and healthy relationships.
This document discusses marriage and child poverty in Kentucky. It provides data showing that the percentage of children born out of wedlock in Kentucky has risen dramatically since 1964, from 6.1% to 41.2% in 2010. Unmarried families are much more likely to be in poverty, with nearly half of single mothers and families in poverty compared to only 10% of married couples. Promoting marriage and reducing barriers to marriage in welfare programs could help lower child poverty rates in Kentucky by over 75%.
The Reproductive Health Bills, popularly known as the RH Bills, are legislative bills aiming to guarantee universal access to reproductive health care services, supplies and information in the Philippines. There are presently six bills with the same goals, the most prominent of which is House Bill 96 but they are all referred to in the country as "the RH Bill" as they have the common purpose of promoting reproductive health, responsible parenthood and informed choice in conformity with internationally recognized human rights standards. The contentious aspect of the bill which has spawned a national debate is its key proposal that the government funds and undertakes widespread distribution of family planning devices such as oral contraceptive pills (OCPs) and IUDs, dissemination of information on their use, and enforcement of their provision in all health care centers and private companies, as a way of controlling the population of the Philippines. The bill is based on the premise that present population growth impedes economic development and exacerbates poverty.
Marriage is America's #1 weapon against childhood poverty. This presentation details the impact of marriage on the probability of child poverty in Kentucky.
Adolescent marriage is common in Guatemala, especially in rural areas, where over half of women aged 20-24 were married before 18. Factors contributing to this problem include lack of access to education and reproductive healthcare, poverty, and traditional beliefs. Child marriage often leads to negative consequences such as early pregnancy and childbirth complications, high rates of domestic abuse, sexually transmitted diseases, and school dropout. Improving access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities could help address this issue.
This document discusses marriage and child poverty in Connecticut. It provides statistics showing that the percentage of children born out of wedlock has risen dramatically in Connecticut since World War II. Children living in single-parent households are much more likely to live in poverty compared to children living in married, two-parent households. Specifically, nearly 31% of single mothers with children live in poverty compared to only 2.7% of married couples with children. The document proposes three steps to help reduce child poverty through marriage: providing information on the benefits of marriage, reducing penalties for marriage in welfare programs, and promoting programs to strengthen marriages and reduce divorce.
This document summarizes several issues that disproportionately impact women and girls globally. It discusses that 35% of women experience violence, 38% of female murders are by intimate partners, and over 125 million girls have experienced female genital mutilation. Child marriage affects millions of girls each year and increases health risks. Lack of access to education, economic opportunities, and maternal healthcare also negatively impact women's well-being and ability to reach their full potential. Addressing gender inequality is crucial for improving prospects for women, their families, and societies.
This document discusses marriage and child poverty in Connecticut. It provides statistics showing that the percentage of children born out of wedlock has risen dramatically in Connecticut since World War II. Children living in single-parent households are much more likely to live in poverty compared to children living in married, two-parent households. Specifically, 30.3% of single mothers with children were poor in Connecticut compared to only 2.7% of married couples with children. The document proposes three steps to help reduce child poverty through marriage: providing information on the benefits of marriage, reducing penalties for marriage in welfare programs, and promoting programs to strengthen marriages and reduce divorce.
Steve Vitto In Support of PBIS Targeted InterventionsSteve Vitto
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1. Preventing Teen Pregnancy
• We prevent teen and unplanned pregnancy in San
We prevent teen and unplanned pregnancy in San
Antonio and Texas by:
bringing the best of science‐based approaches
to empower parents, teens, and young adults;
developing a common‐ground approach that the
Janet P. Realini, MD, MPH community can support
JRealini@HealthyFuturesTX.org
www.HealthyFuturesTX.org 1 2
Many Different Stories
Why Care about Teen Pregnancy?
• Higher risks for
– Mom (dropout, welfare, single parenthood)
– Baby (low birth weight, infant mortality, abuse,
foster care, incarceration, teen parenthood)
foster care incarceration teen parenthood)
– Dad (less education, lower income)
• Healthier for mom, baby, family to wait
Bexar County Tax
Costs:
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$70 million/year
U.S. Birth Rates for Females 15‐19
Teen Sex, Pregnancy, and STDs & Percent of Births to Unmarried
100 100
• 1 in 2: 54% of Texas HS students have had sex1 80 80
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• 1 in 5: 18‐19% under 15 has had sex2
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• 1 in 3: 31% of US females get pregnant before age 201
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• 1 in 2: For Latinas and Blacks, it is over 50%2
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• 1 in 4: 26% of U.S. Females 14‐19 have an STI3
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1. Eaton DK, et al. Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance—United States, 2007. In Surveillance Summaries,
June 5, 2008. MMWR 2008; 57 (No. SS04).
2. 14 and younger: The sexual behavior of young adolescents. National Campaign to Prevent Teen
Pregnancy, 2003. Note: Adapted from: National Vital Statistics Reports
3. CDC Press Release, 3/11/08 2001;49(10); 2006; 55 (1 & 11); 2009; 57 (7,12).
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2. U.S. Teen Pregnancy Rates U.S. Teen Pregnancy Rates
by Race/Ethnicity 1986‐2006
Pregnancies per 1000 Females 15‐19, 1986‐2006
Births per 1000 Females 15‐19
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Data from: Kost K, Henshaw S, Carlin L. U.S. Teenage Pregnancies, Births and Abortions: Data from: Kost K, Henshaw S, Carlin L. U.S. Teenage Pregnancies, Births and Abortions:
Naitonal and State Trends and Trends by Race and Ethnicity. New York: Guttmacher Naitonal and State Trends and Trends by Race and Ethnicity. New York: Guttmacher
Institutes 2010. www.gutttmacher.org/pubs/USTPTrends.pdf Institutes 2010. www.gutttmacher.org/pubs/USTPTrends.pdf
Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance
U.S. High School Students 1991‐2007 Teen Pregnancy in Texas
• 3rd HIGHEST teen birth rate:
– 63.1 per thousand females 15‐19 (2006)
– 51,180 teen births in 2005
• HIGHEST percent repeat teen births:
– 23% in 2006
Eaton DK, et al. Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance—United States, 2007.
In Surveillance Summaries, June 5, 2008. MMWR 2008; 57 (No. SS04).
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Making Progress in San Antonio
Teen Pregnancy in Texas
70 Bexar School‐Age Birth Rates down 34%…
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Bexar U.S.
….and the National Rate is now increasing…
Minimal estimate: $1 billion/year in tax costs
Sources: Texas Department of State Health Services;
National Vital Statistics Reports 2009;57(12)
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3. Bexar County Birth Rates Many Teen Births in San Antonio
for Females 15‐17
by Zip Code, 2005 3763 Bexar teen births in 2007:
171 Kindergarten Classes
Over 4 times the N i
O i h National Rate:
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over 85.6 per thousand
3 to 4 times the National Rate:
64.3 to 85.6 per thousand
2 to 3 times the National Rate:
Bexar County Tax Costs:
42.9 to 64.2 per thousand
1 to 2 times the National Rate:
$70 million/year
21.5 to 42.8 per thousand
Less than or equal to the 2005
National Rate: 21.4 per thousand
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What Prevents Teen Pregnancy?
What Causes Teen Pregnancy?
• Effective sex education, plus
• Access to contraception
• A complex issue
• It’s not just about sex • Especially when combined with
• It s not just about girls
It’s not just about girls Positive Youth Development
P iti Y th D l t
• A symptom of youth taking risks
Teen pregnancy is related
to low expectations:
not having a stake in the future
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What Works?
Types of Sex/HIV
Effective Sex Education Programs
Education Programs
Abstinence‐Only Abstinence‐Plus
Abstinence‐Only Comprehensive • No strong evidence • 2/3 have positive effects
• No discussion of • Support both they delay sex – delayed sex and/or increase
birth control or abstinence and use protection
condoms—except of condoms and birth • None increase sexual activity
failure rates control
“Abstinence‐Plus”
•CDC Task Force on Community Preventive Services, 2009.
•Kohler PK et al. J Adol Health 2008; 42: 344‐351.
•Underhill K, et al. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2008.
•Underhill K, et al. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2007.
17 •Gilliam ML, et al. Obstet Gynecol 2010; 115:171‐172. 18
4. Abstinence-Plus Most Parents Want
MORE than Abstinence
Abstinence-Plus Recommended by:
• American Medical Association • Overwhelming support for Abstinence‐Plus
• Texas Medical Association Sex Education1‐3
• American Academy of Pediatrics – Over 80% support teaching birth control
• American College of Obstetricians and – About 50% oppose Abstinence‐Only
Gynecologists – Support among conservatives too
• Society for Adolescent Medicine
• Bexar County Parents:
– 80% want Abstinence‐Plus4
1. NPR/KFF/Kennedy School of Govt. Sex Education in America, 2004
2. KFF. survey of parents of 7‐
2. KFF. survey of parents of 7‐12 graders: Sex Education in America, 2000
3. Bleakley A, et al. Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med 2006;160:1151‐
3. Bleakley A, et al. Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med 2006;160:1151‐1156.
19 4. Realini, Herriott, Katerndahl. SA Medicine 59(3), March 2006. 20
Abstinence‐Plus does not increase sexual activity
Numerous Studies are Consistent & Reassuring
Abstinence‐Plus Education
does not increase sexual activity No comprehensive sex ed program increased sexual activity (1)
Comprehensive programs did not increase sexual activity (or STDs) (2)
• This is not a “mixed message” Of 29 evaluations, none increased sexual activity (3)
• Abstinence‐Plus does not increase sexual “No evidence … to support concerns regarding the potential for
Comprehensive Risk Reduction (CRR) interventions to result in an
activity by any measure increase in sexual activity. To the contrary, the evidence indicated
that CRR interventions reduce both prevalence of sexual activity and
frequency of sexual activity” (4)
1. Kirby D. Emerging Answers 2007, pp 15‐16
2. Kohler et al, J Adol Health, April 2008
3. Underhill K, et al. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
2008, Issue 1; CD 007006
4. CDC. Community Guide to Risk Reduction, 11/09
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Federal Abstinence-Only: Federal Abstinence-Only:
Funding Requirements Funding Requirements
A. Exclusive purpose: the social, psychological, & health gains to E. Sexual activity outside the context of marriage is likely to
be realized by abstaining from sexual activity. have harmful psychological and physical effects.
B.
B Abstinence from se al acti it o tside of marriage is the
sexual activity outside F. Bearing children out-of-wedlock is likely to have harmful
expected standard for all school-age children. consequences for the child, the child’s parents, and society.
C. Abstinence from sexual activity is the only certain way to avoid
out-of-wedlock pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases, G. How to reject sexual advances and how alcohol and drug use
and other associated health problems. increases vulnerability to sexual advances.
D. A mutually faithful monogamous relationship in the context of H. Importance of attaining self-sufficiency before engaging in
marriage is the expected standard of human sexual activity. sexual activity.
Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996. Pub. L. No. 104-193 (1996).
Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996. Pub. L. No. 104-193 (1996).
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5. Texas Schools Texas Schools
Texas Education Code §28.004 Texas Education Code §28.004
Requirements: NOT the same as Federal Requirements:
May include positive information
• Abstinence from sexual activity the preferred behavior about condoms/contraceptives
• More attention to abstinence than any other behavior • If there is instruction on contraception/condoms,
teach human use reality rates, not theoretical rates
rates
• Abstinence is the only method that is 100% effective in
preventing pregnancy, STDs, HIV/AIDS, & the emotional • May not distribute condoms with classroom instruction
trauma associated with adolescent sexual activity
• May separate sexes
• Direct adolescents to a standard of behavior in which • School Health Advisory Council
abstinence before marriage is the most effective way
to prevent pregnancy, STDs, HIV/AIDS • Materials available for reasonable public inspection
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Strong Evidence of Positive Impact on Behavior, What Works to Prevent the
Pregnancy, or STD rates
Second Pregnancy?
Service‐Learning:
Sex/HIV Education:
• Teen Outreach Program
• The Olds Model1,2 (Nurse‐Family Partnership)
• Becoming a Responsible Teen* – Intensive nurse home visiting
• Reach for Health*
• ¡Cuidate!
– Prenatal & for 2 years
• Draw the Line/Respect the Line* Multi‐Component, with Intensive
• Making Proud Choices Sexuality & Youth Development: – Reduced pregnancies, child abuse
• Reducing the Risk* •Aban Aya • Intervention in well‐child clinic3
• Safer Choices •Children’s Aid Society—Carrera*
– Link Family Planning to Well‐Child Care
• SiHLE: Sistas, Informing, Healing, Community Program with
Living, Empowering Multiple Components: • Intensive school‐based intervention4
• It’s Your Game: Keep it Real* •HIV Prevention for Adolescents in
low‐income Housing
1. Olds DL, et al. JAMA 1997;278:637‐43.
*Shown to delay sexual debut 2. Kitzman H, et al. JAMA 1997;278:644‐52.
3. O’Sullivan AL, Jacobsen BS. Nursing Research 1992;41:210‐5.
NONE Increase Sexual Activity 4. Key JD, et al. J Adol Health 2008;42: 394‐400.
In addition to Sex Education and access to
contraception, Young People need: Parents
Teens say parents most influence them sex1
Search‐Institute.org Adults underestimate their influence1
• 40 Developmental “Assets”
• Lots of caring adults Parent‐child connectedness is important
• Emotional “connections” It is more than one “Big Talk” 2
Repetition improves closeness, perception of openness
• Positive messages and “norms”
• Programs for parents and their teens may change
• Lots of healthy activities
behavior
• Feeling of worth—able to contribute – Especially increasing condom use
• Feeling they have a bright future
1. National Campaign to Prevent Teen & Unplanned Pregnancy. With One Voice (lite ) 2009.
2. Martino SC et al. Pediatrics 2008;121:612‐618.
3. Kirby D. Emerging Answers 2007.
Service-Learning is particularly effective
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6. Contraceptives:
What about Clinics? Use can Reduce Pregnancy Rates
• Brief Clinic Protocols
– One‐on‐one; Clear messages
– Increase use of condoms, contraceptives
– No increase sexual activity
• S h l b d Cli i /C d
School‐based Clinic /Condom Programs
P
– None increase sexual activity
– Some increase condom/contraceptive use
– A few school clinics may have reduced pregnancies
– One condom program: LESS likely to have sex; more likely
to use condoms if sexually active
Kirby D. Emerging Answers 2007
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Long‐Acting Contraceptives Condoms Work!
can reduce user failures
• Good physical barrier: no “pores”
• Failure mostly due to not using them
• Breakage (0.4% ‐ 2.3%); slippage (0.6% ‐ 1.3%)
g ( ); pp g ( )
• 85% effective in pregnancy prevention
• STDs: Good Evidence that condoms prevent:
– HIV
– Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, Trichomonas, PID
– Herpes, Syphilis, Chancroid
– HPV: Infection, Warts, Dysplasia & Cancer
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•Abstinence‐Plus education
for 7th to 12th grades Preventing Teen Pregnancy
•Compatible with Texas
Law , §28.004
•Used in 11 Texas School
Districts
•“Promising”
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