Y-PEER, UNFPA’s youth peer education network, conducted a series of training workshops and edutainment activities in different governorates to build the capacity of young people with the needed skills in the field of reproductive health.

In the period between June 23-29, a training on advanced project management targeted 44 participants including Y-PEER Core Team members, local focal points, and potential administrative trainees.

The training aimed to enhance their project management skills and covered themes like strategic planning, financial/HR management, NGO leadership, and internal management. Each participant developed and presented a project proposal.

In May, a script writing workshop was conducted to train participants on how to write theatrical scripts on topics relevant to reproductive health. Participants conducted table readings to ensure the quality of the written performances.

The workshop concluded with five written scripts by the participants, focusing on topics such as gender-based violence against women and girls and family planning. Following the workshop, the scripts were reviewed and shared with the network and then with the local focal points who are implementing peer educators' training using these scripts.

During May and June, 17 festivals were held in the governorates of Qena, Beni Suef, Luxor, Daqahliya, Kafr El-Sheikh, Minya, and Qalyubia. The festivals included theatre performances, sports events, storytelling techniques, and interactive sessions.

The theatre performances featured the scripts written during the script writing workshop, which peer educators were trained on.

Another training workshop was conducted on menstrual hygiene management (MHM) in collaboration between CARE Egypt, aimed at educating and empowering young peer educators to share accurate information about menstruation and hygiene practices with their peers.

The training utilized an interactive and engaging approach, incorporating theater and sports to foster learning and participation. It covered a range of topics, including adolescent development, female anatomy, the menstrual cycle, hygiene practices, and peer education skills.

The training dispelled myths and misconceptions about menstruation, promoted healthy habits, and empowered participants to become confident and informed peer educators.