The Association for the Promotion of Youth Health (APSJ) has launched the Champions Young Girls Club as part of its "Safe Spaces for Them" project in Sebkha, Mauritania. The initiative aims to empower young girls to become leaders in promoting their rights, raising awareness among peers, and preventing gender-based violence. The project was launched on November 7, 2026, and seeks to strengthen the leadership and autonomy of young girls.
The Champions Young Girls Club was launched in the presence of several stakeholders, including Ramatoulaye Ly, coordinator of the "Safe Spaces for Them" project, and Fatimata Kandy Sy, representative of the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Employment, Sports, and Civic Service. The ceremony highlighted the crucial role young girls can play in promoting their rights and preventing gender-based violence. The club's representatives and the Sebkha Youth Inspector also spoke at the event.
The project plans to establish safe spaces in various locations, including health centers and schools, where young girls can share their experiences, access information, and engage in awareness-raising activities. These safe spaces aim to provide young girls with a platform to become change-makers in their communities. The initiative also seeks to promote sexual and reproductive health and rights among young girls.
During the ceremony, certificates were awarded to the Champions Young Girls in recognition of their commitment to raising awareness about gender-based violence and promoting their rights. The APSJ's initiative has been welcomed by participants, who see it as a positive step towards empowering young girls to become leaders in their communities.
The APSJ's project is part of its broader commitment to promoting the autonomy and rights of young girls. Through the "Damb Foul Sahel" project, the APSJ aims to support young girls in becoming active agents of change in their communities. The initiative has been designed to facilitate the sharing of information and accelerate the empowerment of young girls.
The Champions Young Girls Club is expected to play a key role in promoting awareness about gender-based violence and supporting young girls in developing their leadership skills. The club's activities will focus on promoting the rights and autonomy of young girls, as well as preventing gender-based violence. The initiative has been launched in response to the need for greater support for young girls in Mauritania.
The launch of the Champions Young Girls Club marks an important step towards empowering young girls in Mauritania to become leaders in promoting their rights and preventing gender-based violence. The initiative is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of young girls in the country and contribute to the development of more inclusive and protective communities.
Key points
- Empowering young girls to become leaders in promoting their rights and preventing gender-based violence.
- Establishing safe spaces for young girls to share their experiences and access information.
- Promoting sexual and reproductive health and rights among young girls.
