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Early and unintended pregnancy & the education sector EVIDENCE REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Evidence review and recommendations

Early and unintended pregnancy & the education sector

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Evidence review and recommendations

Early and unintended pregnancy & the education sector

Contents List of case studies and boxes................................................................................................. 4 List of figures.......................................................................................................................... 4 Acronyms................................................................................................................................ 5 Acknowledgement ................................................................................................................. 6 Summary ............................................................................................................................... 7 Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 8 Purpose and structure of this document .................................................................................. 9 Section 1: Setting the context ............................................................................................. 10 Background ........................................................................................................................... 11 Determinants and consequences of EUP .......................................................................... 12 The current status of the education sector response.......................................................... 13 The importance of the education sector response ................................................................. 15 Linkages between education and early and unintended pregnancy .................................. 15 The role of the education sector ........................................................................................ 16 Section 2: Recommendations ............................................................................................. 18 Access to quality education for all girls ............................................................................... 19 Re-entry and continuation policies for pregnant and parenting learners .............................. 21 Comprehensive sexuality education ..................................................................................... 23 School health services and links to external health services ................................................ 28 A safe and supportive learning environment ........................................................................ 30 Research gaps ....................................................................................................................... 31 Section 3: Ensuring Sustainability .................................................................................... 32 Teacher training .................................................................................................................... 32 Parents and Community........................................................................................................ 34 Media for education and awareness........