The program "Men as caring partners" was launched  in mid  June 2022 at Souillac and thereafter in Phoenix under the leadership of the Association for Population and Development in collaboration with the Ministry of Gender Equality Child Development and Family Welfare,

The Association has staged a series of campaign which cut across harmony, equality and equity within the Family, male and female responsibility, elimination of domestic violence, reproductive health, community fusion and good communication.

Several focus group discussions were organised with social leaders within the community and young people. Radio programs were conducted along with podcasts on emerging challenges on the issue of male responsibility and parenting. Visual and promotional materials were distributed regularly,

Hereunder some snapshots of the events:

MEN AS CARING PARTNERS

MEN AS CARING PARTNERS

A. INTRODUCTION

This project aims at enhancing understanding and importance of gender equality to men, ensuring their effective participation and involvement in family wellbeing, meeting specific male sensitive needs and concerns, especially with regard to their sexual and reproductive health, and at promoting equal opportunities to men and women in the development process.

The Specific Objectives of the project are inter alia to:

· Foster Constructive Male Involvement in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights and ,

· Encourage Men’s Positive Engagement as Fathers and Carers,