The use of alcohol and Tobacco is a major cause of non-communicable diseases in Sri Lanka as well as a major obstacle to the development of the county. Therefore, one of the main objectives of the YAN Sri Lanka is to...
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Sasanka Dharmasena
Adolescence and Reproductive Health Awareness
Our Youth Network educates young people about health and reproductive health. For this, we are conducting various campaigns and awareness programs on social media and at village level. We carry out these programs in...
Many families in Sri Lanka are currently living in poverty due to the COVID 19 Pandemic
Alcohol and tobacco usage has a major impact on poverty in Sri Lanka. Poverty in families is increasing day by day due to the growing expenditure on alcohol and tobacco. During this COVID pandemic, we empowered people...
Training Programme on Sexual and Reproductive Health
The National Program Analyst of UNFPA, Ms. Sarah Soysa held an initial training on sexual and reproductive health for the district directors of the YAN Sri Lanka youth network on July 29, 2023.
Leadership Programme for Youth living in Urban Flats
The Estates and Urban Health unit of the Ministry of Health is implementing youth health promotion programs in six selected urban apartments, with the purpose of empowering young people.YAN Sri Lanka collaborated, and...
