SRHR: What You Need to Know
SRHR stands for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights. It is a vision of attaining the highest possible level of sexual and reproductive health for all people in East and Southern Africa. It means that everyone can enjoy their sexuality and reproduction without fear, discrimination, violence, or coercion. It also means that everyone can access quality health services and information that meet their needs and respect their rights. SRHR is essential for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and improving the health and well-being of millions of people in the region.
There are many key topics related to SRHR that you should know about. Here are some of them:
- Contraception: The use of methods or devices to prevent pregnancy.
- Abortion: The termination of a pregnancy by removing the embryo or fetus from the uterus.
- Sexually transmitted infections (STIs): Infections that are passed from one person to another through sexual contact.
- Gender-based violence (GBV): Violence that is directed at a person because of their gender or that affects them disproportionately because of their gender.
Each topic has some information on this web . Navigate through the Web to learn more.
Some interactive tools developed by WHO or other reputable organizations can help you learn more about SRHR, such as quizzes, calculators, games, etc. Here are some of them:
- SRHR Quiz: Test your knowledge on SRHR with this fun and informative quiz.
- Contraceptive Calculator: Find out which contraceptive methods are best for you based on your preferences and needs.
- SRHR Game: Play this interactive game to learn more about SRHR issues and challenges in East and Southern Africa.
SRHR is not only a matter of health, but also a matter of human rights. You have the right to decide freely and responsibly about your sexuality and reproduction. You also have the responsibility to respect and protect the rights of others. Here are some ways you can take action to protect and promote your SRHR and those of others:
- Seek health services: If you need any sexual or reproductive health services, such as contraception, testing, treatment, counseling, etc., seek them from a qualified and respectful provider. Don’t be afraid to ask questions and express your concerns.
- Join advocacy groups: If you want to make a difference in your community and beyond, join or support advocacy groups that work on SRHR issues. You can learn from them, share your experiences, and participate in campaigns and events.
- Share your stories: If you have a personal story related to SRHR that you want to share with others, you can do so through various platforms, such as social media, blogs, podcasts, etc. You can inspire others, raise awareness, and challenge stigma and discrimination.
You can tap on any action to learn more about it and how to do it. You can also invite others to join you and support you.