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Investissons dans le bien-être de la jeunesse pour une meilleure génération future
JEREDIS se soucie de la dégradation de l'état de santé de la jeunesse suite à l'ignorance. Chaque jeune doit vivre dans un environnement sain et libre de promouvoir sa santé.
Le 28/05: Journée
Internationale
de l'Hygiène
Menstruelle
International Menstrual Hygiene Day 28th May 2025, ECOFO Rweza, Bujumbura province
The 1 Million Next Level Initiative 2030 4Es+H
After participating in conference organised by the Africa Union Commission’s women, Gender and Youth Directorate(WGYD) held in Nairobi, Kenya, 14th - 17th May 2025, JEREDIS is committed to promote piliers of The 1 Million Next Level Initiative 2030 (4Es+H) : Education and Health & Well-being.
"Having your period is not something to be ashamed of; it is a right that deserves respect and dignity". It was with these powerful and liberating words that an unforgettable awareness-raising day began at ECOFO Rweza, in the rural area of Bujumbura (Mukaza Commune), on the occasion of International Menstrual Hygiene Day, celebrated every year on 28 May.
Organised by @JERIDIS in collaboration with @Female Pioneers and enthusiastically led by young volunteers from the Burundi Girl Guides Association, this session enabled many students to lift the veil on a subject that has long been shrouded in silence: their periods.
From managing personal hygiene to making sanitary pads, recognising the signs before menstruation and taking health precautions, the young girls were equipped with essential knowledge to experience this period with pride, confidence and dignity.
At the end of the discussions, a simple but powerful truth emerged: menstruation is not a curse, but a normal biological reality, and every girl deserves to be informed, prepared and supported. By breaking taboos, educating young girls and involving the whole community, we are building a fairer, healthier and more respectful future for every human being.
Information sur l'hygiène menstruelle
Exercice de démonstration sur la fabrication des Kits Hygièniques
Don des Kits Hygiènique aux jeunes filles issu des familles pauvres
soutenons nos jeunes filles des familles pauvres
Santé sexuelle et reproductive
Santé sexuelle et reproductive
JEREDIS anime des formations auprès des jeunes sur la santé et reproductive dans la perspective de lutter contre les grossesses non désirées dans le milieu scolaire. c'est à travers les clubs de la paix créés par JEREDIS que les jeunes discutent les notions de santé sexuelle et reproductive.
A specific Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) challenge in Sub-Saharan Africa that JEREDIS might be addressing in the contraception and in youth education
In Burundi, a significant Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) challenge is the limited access to comprehensive sexual education and affordable contraceptive services, particularly among adolescents and young women. This gap contributes to high rates of unintended pregnancies, unsafe abortions, and maternal mortality. Despite ongoing efforts by governments and NGOs, deep-rooted social stigma and a shortage of trained health professionals continue to hinder progress. JEREDIS is addressing this challenge by leveraging mobile technology to bridge the information and access gap. We provide discreet, youth-friendly SRH education through a Health club at differents schools and we plan to introduce the platform which will help in youth health education through social media. The platform will offer evidence-based information on contraception and menstrual health.
Our approach is inclusive and community-driven. We collaborate with local youth ambassadors, healthcare providers, and educators to co-create content and destigmatize SRH discussions. By combining technology, community engagement, and accessible services, JEREDIS empowers young people to make informed decisions about their bodies and futures.
By tackling the root causes of SRH challenges—misinformation, stigma, and inaccessibility--we aim to reduce teenage pregnancy rates, improve maternal health outcomes, and support a new generation of empowered, health-literate youth in Burundi and in Sub-Saharan Africa
The Sexual and Reproductive Health challenges is focusing on youth education and contraception in in the Burundi
In Burundi, the lack of comprehensive sexual and reproductive health (SRH) education and limited access to contraception among youth presents a critical public health and social challenge. Nearly two-thirds of the population is under 25, yet many young people lack accurate, age-appropriate information about their bodies, sexuality, and reproductive choices. Conversations around SRH are often taboo, leading to widespread misinformation and stigma.
This gap in education contributes to high rates of adolescent pregnancy, early marriage, school dropouts, and increased vulnerability to sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV. According to recent health surveys, contraceptive prevalence among unmarried sexually active adolescents remains extremely low, and many face social and logistical barriers to accessing services.
In this context, empowering Burundian youth with SRH knowledge and improving access to modern contraception is not only a health priority but also a key driver of gender equality, education retention, and economic development. Equipping young people with the tools to make informed choices about their reproductive health allows them to pursue education and career goals, reducing the cycle of poverty and poor health outcomes. Addressing this challenge is essential to achieving broader national goals related to health, education, and youth empowerment in Burundi.
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