CASHD Receives Recognition from UNFPA for Outstanding Youth Programs
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CASHD Receives Recognition from UNFPA for Outstanding Youth Programs

We're honored to receive the UNFPA Excellence in Youth Programming Award for our innovative approaches to adolescent sexual and reproductive health education.

Written by System Administrator
October 08, 2025
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A Milestone Achievement for CASHD

We are thrilled and deeply honored to announce that CASHD has been recognized by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) with the Excellence in Youth Programming Award.

Why This Award Matters

This prestigious recognition celebrates organizations that demonstrate:

  • Innovative and evidence-based approaches to youth health
  • Meaningful youth participation in program design and implementation
  • Measurable impact on adolescent health outcomes
  • Sustainability and scalability of interventions
  • Strong partnerships and community engagement

Our Achievements

UNFPA specifically recognized CASHD for:

  • Reaching over 25,000 adolescents through comprehensive health education
  • Training 350 peer educators who continue to impact their communities
  • Implementing successful school-based health programs in 75 institutions
  • Developing culturally appropriate educational materials
  • Creating sustainable partnerships with government and civil society

What Our Stakeholders Say

"CASHD's approach to adolescent health education is truly transformative. They don't just deliver information; they empower young people to become agents of change in their communities. This award is well-deserved recognition of their outstanding work."

- Dr. Amina Mohammed, UNFPA Nigeria Representative

Looking Ahead

This recognition motivates us to do even more. With UNFPA's continued partnership, we're planning to:

  • Expand our programs to 10 additional states
  • Develop digital health education platforms
  • Strengthen our mental health support services
  • Enhance our monitoring and evaluation systems
  • Build capacity for local organizations

Thank You

This achievement belongs to our entire community:

  • Our dedicated staff and volunteers
  • Our brave and inspiring peer educators
  • The young people who trust us with their health education
  • Our partners and supporters who make our work possible
  • The parents and educators who champion adolescent health

Together, we're building a future where every young person has access to the information, skills, and support they need to make healthy decisions and reach their full potential.

Thank you for being part of this journey!