By KT Reporter
Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in West Nile have called on policymakers and leaders to take a proactive role in championing policies on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) to improve service delivery.
This appeal was made during the first-ever West Nile SRHR Symposium, held in Arua City, which focused on addressing health and climate challenges affecting girls and women.
Annet Lekuru, the Executive Director of Feminature Uganda, urged policymakers to ensure that women and girls are actively involved in decision-making processes to enhance service accessibility.
CSOs highlighted that limited access to SRHR services and information negatively impacts the health of girls and women, contributing to high school dropout rates.
Judith Bako, the Assistant Resident City Commissioner for Arua Central Division, encouraged stakeholders to collaborate in finding local solutions to complement government efforts.
Meanwhile, Ayivu East Division Member of Parliament Geoffrey Feta emphasized the role of parents in child protection, noting that parental neglect often leads to SRHR-related challenges.
Across West Nile, several girls drop out of school due to a lack of sanitary facilities, teenage pregnancies, early marriages, and inadequate parental guidance.
According to CSOs, these challenges can be addressed through well-formulated and effectively implemented policies-URN. Give us feedback on this story through our email: kamwokyatimes@gmail.com
