Bold Spaces Initiative

Emboldening Adolescents to make informed Sexual decisions

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ADOLESCENTS REACHED AND COUNTING!

The Bold Spaces Initiative

The Bold Spaces Initiative is a groundbreaking project by The Smile Outreach aimed at equipping adolescents with critical knowledge on sexual grooming, cross-generational relationships, and personal safety. Through engaging, youth-friendly educational materials like flashcards, comics, and animations, Bold Spaces creates safe environments for open discussions on sensitive topics. Our goal is to empower young people, particularly those aged 7-17, to recognize and resist harmful behaviors and make informed decisions for their future

Our Approach

We go about the Bold Spaces Initiative by implementing a set of deliberate strategies that make a difference:

Educating adolescents (ages 7-17)

Educating adolescents (ages 7-17) on recognizing and resisting sexual grooming and predatory behaviors.

Facilitating open discussions

Facilitating open discussions on cross-generational relationships and sexual predators through interactive tools.

Fostering supportive community dialogue

Fostering supportive community dialogue by involving parents, educators, and local leaders in the conversation.

Creating safe, supportive learning environments

Creating safe, supportive learning environments where young people can explore sensitive topics with confidence.

Empowering youth champions and facilitators

Empowering youth champions and facilitators to lead impactful educational sessions across schools and communities.

Proposed Impact

Increased Knowledge and Awareness

Bold Spaces will empower adolescents with the knowledge to recognize harmful situations and protect themselves. By offering consistent education, we expect a significant improvement in the understanding of sexual grooming and cross-generational relationships among young people.

Empowering Youth Leaders

Our trained youth champions will become trusted figures in their communities, continuing the conversation on sexual and reproductive health long after the sessions end. These leaders will play a crucial role in maintaining the momentum of the initiative.

Safer, More Supportive Environments

By creating safe spaces where adolescents can openly discuss sensitive topics, we anticipate fostering a supportive network that breaks down societal taboos. Schools, communities, and religious organizations will become hubs of empowerment and learning.

Stronger Community Involvement

Parents and community leaders will be integral to the success of Bold Spaces. By involving them in these conversations, we ensure that adolescents receive support at home and in their broader communities.

Reduction in Harmful Practices

Through consistent outreach, we expect to see a measurable reduction in incidents of sexual grooming, child marriage, and other harmful practices. The Bold Spaces Initiative will contribute to creating healthier, safer futures for adolescents.

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Join Us and Make Impact

Partner with us to Bring Bold Spaces to your Community!

Partner with us to bring the Bold Spaces project to your community. Together, we can enhance education and engagement, ensuring that adolescents have access to critical knowledge about sexual grooming, personal safety, and reproductive health.

Fund Champions

Help us support the local champions who lead Bold Spaces in their regions. Your financial support ensures they have the resources needed to drive this initiative effectively, adapting it to local cultural and educational contexts.

Establish or Support Bold Spaces

Invest in the creation of new Bold Spaces or contribute to the sustainability of existing ones. Your support strengthens Bold Spaces, ensuring more adolescents benefit from the resources we create. Whether you can donate products, contribute your expertise, or provide financial assistance, your involvement will make a difference.

Provide Technical Support for Design

Join us in expanding our educational toolkit by contributing to the design of new materials, such as flashcards and guides, for important themes like child marriage, period poverty, and female genital mutilation. Your technical expertise will help us create inclusive, effective tools to engage youth.

Adopt the Bold Spaces Initiative

Adopt Bold Spaces within your organization by using our educational materials and facilitation guides. These resources will enable you to conduct sensitization sessions and offer interactive learning experiences to the adolescents in your community.

Program Adaptation; Integrate a 30-Minute Sensitization Session

Incorporate a short 30-minute session into your programs. Our team will lead the discussion on vital topics such as sexual grooming prevention, helping to break taboos and create a culture of open dialogue. This session will not only enhance your programs but also empower participants with life-changing information.

JOIN THE CAMPAIGN

Become a voice for change by participating in our advocacy initiatives. Whether you’re passionate about promoting gender balance, advocating for menstrual justice, or combatting harmful sexual relationships, there are numerous ways you can contribute and make a difference. Explore the opportunities below to find the perfect fit for you.