Young Voices: The Y+ Global Podcast
49 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago -We are glad to have you here! This podcast convenes the voices of young people from every corner of the world to discuss, share and debate on the different issues that affect our sexual and reproductive health and rights with a special focus on HIV.
We discuss different topics such as HIV prevention, treatment, care and support, mental health, U=U, GBV, Covid-19, gender and sexuality, empowerment, policies, stigma, discrimination and many others.
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S03E05: The Importance of Peer support and community engagement in enhancing Treatment Outcomes for Young People Living with HIV
February 28, 2024 06:20 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBDespite the clear need and disproportionate risk, adolescents and young people living with HIV (AYPLHIV) are underserved in the HIV response. Peer support constitutes a crucial form of adolescent and youth-responsive service packages as part of differentiated service deliveries that can support adolescents to access,and maintain treatment. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
MyReality Episode 7: Growing Up Positive: Transitioning from Adolescence to Adulthood
January 12, 2024 10:11 - 29 minutes - 51 MBReflecting on transitioning from adolescence to adulthood while living with HIV, in this episode of My reality campaign we highlight some of the most significant challenges young people living with HIV face, especially those that might differ from typical growing-up concerns. We discuss how growing up with HIV can influence our friendships or romantic involvements, and share practices that can guide us through self-acceptance and mental well-being. --- Send in a voice message: https://po...
MyReality Episode 6: From the Shadows to the Spotlight: Decriminalisation of LGBTQIA+ and the Impact on Access to Health
January 12, 2024 10:06 - 31 minutes - 56.6 MBThe criminalisation of people who use drugs, LGBTIQ+ people and sex workers not only hinders access to much-needed services, including healthcare and social protection but also increases these communities’ vulnerability to HIV. In this episode, we're exploring the powerful intersection of legal rights, decriminalisation, and health access, especially as it pertains to the LGBTQIA+ community. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
MyReality Episode 5: Beyond the Binary: The Lived Experience of YKPs and Queer Communities in the HIV Space
January 12, 2024 10:02 - 26 minutes - 47.7 MBThe intersections of identity, sexuality, and HIV advocacy, focusing on the unique challenges and narratives of queer communities and transgender populations, especially among Young Key Populations is at the heart of an effective HIV response. In this episode of My Reality campaign, we hone in on the specific challenges that queer and transgender youth face within the HIV Movement and discuss how can the HIV community better support, include, and amplify the voices and unique needs of queer ...
MyReality Episode 4: The Teen Scene: Advancing Comprehensive Sexuality Education For Adolescents and Young People
January 12, 2024 09:57 - 35 minutes - 60 MBThis episode shines a spotlight on the pressing need for Comprehensive Sexuality Education, especially for adolescents and young people, both living with and affected by HIV. The classroom can be both a haven and a battleground, and we're here to dissect these dynamics. The unique experiences and realities faced by adolescents and young people guide this discussion and help us identify innovative methods or strategies that better resonate with adolescents and young people in comprehensive se...
MyReality Episode 3: Mentorship Matters: Guiding the Next Generation of HIV Advocates
January 12, 2024 09:51 - 21 minutes - 36.3 MBWith the evolving landscape of HIV advocacy, the role of experienced mentors guiding the Young Key Populations cannot be overstated. In this episode of My Reality campaign, we discuss the importance of mentorship and how it impacts the journey and approach of Young Key Populations in the HIV advocacy space, and the qualities of an effective mentorship that can shift the trajectory of HIV programming. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
MyReality Episode 2: Challenges and Triumphs: YKP-led HIV Initiatives
January 12, 2024 09:39 - 27 minutes - 48.9 MBWe are delving into the heart of the youth-led HIV movement, focusing on the unique challenges and triumphs faced by Young Key Populations. In this episode of My Reality podcast we discuss the most pressing challenges Young Key Populations face in their advocacy journey, explore how do youth-led HIV initiatives differ in their approach, and shed light on support structures and resources crucial for empowering youth-led HIV initiatives. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spoti...
MyReality Episode 1: Sustaining Young Key Populations Engagement in HIV Programming and Advocacy - The Future of HIV Advocacy incorporate world AIDS Day theme ‘let communities lead’
January 12, 2024 09:33 - 19 minutes - 32.4 MBIn this first episode of the My Reality podcast we are diving deep into the world of HIV advocacy with a special focus on Young KeyPopulations. Our discussion is beautifully aligned with the World AIDS Day theme, "Let Communities Lead." We explore the importance of young key populations’ involvement in HIV programming and hear inspiring real-life stories of how young advocates made a significant impact in their communities. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/s...
S03E04: Unpacking UHC HLM 2023 Commitments: "What is in it for young people and what is the role of young people in this going forward”
December 19, 2023 14:29 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBUniversal Healthcare Coverage (UHC) is a global initiative striving to ensure that all people, everywhere, can access quality health services they need without financial hardship. The core tenets of UHC rests on principles of equity, non-discrimination and the right to health,aiming to reach and cover even the most marginalised populations, ensuring that no one is left behind. The recent High Level Meeting (HLM) on Universal Health Coverage (UHC), witnessed a renewed commitment from the glob...
S03E03: Young People Leading Self-Care Advocacy
December 19, 2023 14:23 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBWorld AIDS Day, observed annually on December 1st, is a global initiative to raise awareness about the HIV/AIDS pandemic, show support for those living with HIV, and remember those who have succumbed to the disease. This year's theme for World AIDS Day "Let Communities Lead," serve as the foundation for our World AIDS Day edition with focus on young people leading self-care advocacy. World AIDS Day serves as a reminder of the ongoing battle against HIV and AIDS globally. The theme "Let Comm...
S03E02: Recognising the Power of Self-Care: A Chat with Experts
October 02, 2023 06:49 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBSelf-care is an essential aspect of maintaining good health. With the help of evidence-based tools like medicines, counselling, diagnostic kits, and digital technologies, individuals can take an active role in their healthcare. This empowers them to be in charge of their own well-being while simultaneously reducing the burden on healthcare systems. In an upcoming episode, mental health advocates and healthcare providers will address the common questions young people have about self-care and ...
S03E01: Achieving UHC for Young People
October 02, 2023 06:40 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBUniversal Health Coverage (UHC) aims to provide affordable and high-quality healthcare to all individuals without causing financial hardship. The principles of equity, non-discrimination, and the right to health ensure that even the most marginalized populations are reached and covered, leaving no one behind. To build equitable health systems, we must give young people a chance to be architects of their future and make sure their voices are heard. Join us in this episode as we explore ways t...
Self-Care and its Role in Promoting Health and Rights for Young Key Populations
December 21, 2022 12:43 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBYou(th) care project aims to enable adolescents and youth aged 10-25 years, especially girls and other vulnerable adolescents, in Kenya, Tanzania, and Zambia to advocate for and practice self-care for their SRHR needs and to increase access to (digital) self-care services and commodities. The project is implemented by 8 partners across the countries and three regional partners. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
S02E15: Self-Care and its Role in Promoting Health and Rights for Young Key Populations
December 21, 2022 12:43 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBYou(th) care project aims to enable adolescents and youth aged 10-25 years, especially girls and other vulnerable adolescents, in Kenya, Tanzania, and Zambia to advocate for and practice self-care for their SRHR needs and to increase access to (digital) self-care services and commodities. The project is implemented by 8 partners across the countries and three regional partners. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
Young Key populations practising HIV and SRHR Self-Care
December 21, 2022 12:28 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBYou(th) care project aims to enable adolescents and youth aged 10-25 years, especially girls and other vulnerable adolescents, in Kenya, Tanzania, and Zambia to advocate for and practice self-care for their SRHR needs and to increase access to (digital) self-care services and commodities. The project is implemented by 8 partners across the countries and three regional partners. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
S02E14: Young Key populations practising HIV and SRHR Self-Care
December 21, 2022 12:28 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBYou(th) care project aims to enable adolescents and youth aged 10-25 years, especially girls and other vulnerable adolescents, in Kenya, Tanzania, and Zambia to advocate for and practice self-care for their SRHR needs and to increase access to (digital) self-care services and commodities. The project is implemented by 8 partners across the countries and three regional partners. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
S02E13: Support groups: a safe haven for unpacking and practising self-care
December 19, 2022 11:59 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBThe Youth wise project aims to amplify the voices of young people living with HIV in Kenya and Malawi to enable them to practice self-care and fulfill their sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) needs. In order to promote visibility of the YouthWise project and amplify the agenda for self-care amongst young people Y+ Global is engaging in a series of podcasts. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
Support groups: a safe haven for unpacking and practising self-care
December 19, 2022 11:59 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBThe Youth wise project aims to amplify the voices of young people living with HIV in Kenya and Malawi to enable them to practice self-care and fulfill their sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) needs. In order to promote visibility of the YouthWise project and amplify the agenda for self-care amongst young people Y+ Global is engaging in a series of podcasts. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
Criminalizing laws and policies impact Young Key Populations’ SRHR Concept Note
December 19, 2022 11:53 - 42 minutes - 38.4 MBCriminalisation of Young Key Populations is one of the most formidable barriers to SRH care, as it restricts access to and use of health and social services, leading to an increase in violence among and against Young Key Populations. This podcast was hosted to commemorate the 16 Days of Activism 2022. The discussion is about how the criminalisation laws and policies affect the SRHR of young key populations. It is an open platform and a safe space where the youth advocates will get to unpack...
S02E12: Criminalizing laws and policies impact Young Key Populations’ SRHR Concept Note
December 19, 2022 11:53 - 42 minutes - 38.4 MBCriminalisation of Young Key Populations is one of the most formidable barriers to SRH care, as it restricts access to and use of health and social services, leading to an increase in violence among and against Young Key Populations. This podcast was hosted to commemorate the 16 Days of Activism 2022. The discussion is about how the criminalisation laws and policies affect the SRHR of young key populations. It is an open platform and a safe space where the youth advocates will get to unpack...
Championing Self-care: Lessons from Nigeria and Uganda on the adoption of the WHO self-care guidelines
December 13, 2022 07:12 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBYou(th) care project aims to enable adolescents and youth aged 10-25 years, especially girls and other vulnerable adolescents, in Kenya, Tanzania, and Zambia to advocate for and practice self-care for their SRHR needs and to increase access to (digital) self-care services and commodities. The project is implemented by 8 partners across the countries and three regional partners. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
S02E11: Championing Self-care: Lessons from Nigeria and Uganda on the adoption of the WHO self-care guidelines
December 13, 2022 07:12 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBYou(th) care project aims to enable adolescents and youth aged 10-25 years, especially girls and other vulnerable adolescents, in Kenya, Tanzania, and Zambia to advocate for and practice self-care for their SRHR needs and to increase access to (digital) self-care services and commodities. The project is implemented by 8 partners across the countries and three regional partners. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
Understanding the role of self-care in achieving Universal Health Coverage
December 13, 2022 07:06 - 10 minutes - 9.86 MBYou(th) care project aims to enable adolescents and youth aged 10-25 years, especially girls and other vulnerable adolescents, in Kenya, Tanzania, and Zambia to advocate for and practice self-care for their SRHR needs and to increase access to (digital) self-care services and commodities. The project is implemented by 8 partners across the countries and three regional partners. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
S02E10: Understanding the role of self-care in achieving Universal Health Coverage
December 13, 2022 07:06 - 10 minutes - 9.86 MBYou(th) care project aims to enable adolescents and youth aged 10-25 years, especially girls and other vulnerable adolescents, in Kenya, Tanzania, and Zambia to advocate for and practice self-care for their SRHR needs and to increase access to (digital) self-care services and commodities. The project is implemented by 8 partners across the countries and three regional partners. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
HIV & SRHR Self-Care: What you need to know!
November 18, 2022 11:08 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBYou(th) care project aims to enable adolescents and youth aged 10-25 years, especially girls and other vulnerable adolescents, in Kenya, Tanzania, and Zambia to advocate for and practice self-care for their SRHR needs and to increase access to (digital) self-care services and commodities. The project is implemented by 8 partners across the countries and three regional partners. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
S02E09: HIV & SRHR Self-Care: What you need to know!
November 18, 2022 11:08 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBYou(th) care project aims to enable adolescents and youth aged 10-25 years, especially girls and other vulnerable adolescents, in Kenya, Tanzania, and Zambia to advocate for and practice self-care for their SRHR needs and to increase access to (digital) self-care services and commodities. The project is implemented by 8 partners across the countries and three regional partners. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
Youth Wise: Young People and Self-care -Promoting HIV Treatment Adherence’
October 26, 2022 09:18 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBSelf-care is not a new concept when it comes to healthcare management, especially for chronic diseases. The recent global trends, including humanitarian emergencies, existence of public health emergencies like COVID-19, shortages of healthcare workers has motivated health systems to adapt other approaches like self care. Self-care allows individuals to take charge of their own health, with or without the support of health care. Adolescents and young people living with HIV are subjected to l...
S02E08: Youth Wise: Young People and Self-care -Promoting HIV Treatment Adherence’
October 26, 2022 09:18 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBSelf-care is not a new concept when it comes to healthcare management, especially for chronic diseases. The recent global trends, including humanitarian emergencies, existence of public health emergencies like COVID-19, shortages of healthcare workers has motivated health systems to adapt other approaches like self care. Self-care allows individuals to take charge of their own health, with or without the support of health care. Adolescents and young people living with HIV are subjected to l...
S02E07: Suicide prevention interventions among young people in all diversity
October 19, 2022 15:15 - 52 minutes - 47.6 MBRecognising suicide as a public health priority the World Health Organization (WHO) reports that 700,000 people worldwide died by their own hand in 2019 resulting into 1.3% of deaths in 2019 globally. Suicide is the third most common cause of death in young women aged 15-29, and the fourth most common among young men. Rates in males of all ages are twice as high than they are in women.77% of global suicides occur in low- and middle-income countries.A prior suicide attempt is the single most...
Suicide prevention interventions among young people in all diversity
October 19, 2022 15:15 - 52 minutes - 47.6 MBRecognising suicide as a public health priority the World Health Organization (WHO) reports that 700,000 people worldwide died by their own hand in 2019 resulting into 1.3% of deaths in 2019 globally. Suicide is the third most common cause of death in young women aged 15-29, and the fourth most common among young men. Rates in males of all ages are twice as high than they are in women.77% of global suicides occur in low- and middle-income countries.A prior suicide attempt is the single most...
S2: E6: Funding youth-led movements
September 19, 2022 10:05 - 28 minutes - 25.6 MBFunding youth-led movements episode focuses on: 1. Understanding the benefits of funding youth-led movements 2. Sharing success stories on engaging AGYW --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
S2: E5: Engaging young people in leadership spaces
September 19, 2022 10:02 - 31 minutes - 29 MBEngaging young people in leadership spaces episode focuses on: 1. Sharing knowledge on engaging young people in leadership spaces 2. Sharing ideas on how Frontline AIDS is supporting young people in leadership spaces --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
S2: E4: Ground Up milestones
July 22, 2022 18:34 - 28 minutes - 25.6 MBY+ Global is preparing a podcast series under the Y+ Global Young voices channel with the aim of highlighting the experiences and successes of the youth networks during the implementation of the first phase of Ground Up and promoting linkages and learning among the youth networks in the region. The podcast will feature two country networks; Y+ Kenya and Eswatini Network of Young People living with HIV(SNYP). The two networks will highlight the milestones within their networks as supported by...
S2: E3: Chat with the expert, Monitoring, and evaluation.
July 21, 2022 07:33 - 38 minutes - 34.7 MBY+ Global is hosting a podcast series to chat with the expert under the Y+ Global Young Voices channel with the aim of unpacking key concepts of organization capacity strengthening including, governance, program, and financial management. This podcast episode will feature the Y+ Global Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning officer who has supported more than 100 youth networks across the Y+ Global program implementation portfolio. The episode will focus on unpacking monitoring and evaluation ...
S2: EP 2: Mental Health, A key aspect of Self-care
June 03, 2022 06:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBThis episode of YOUNG-VOICES will explore mental health and the role that self-care plays in attaining mental health. Mental health conditions increase the risk of HIV infection, and people living with HIV have an increased risk of mental health conditions, which are associated with lower retention in HIV care, increased risk behaviors, and lower engagement with HIV prevention. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
S2: EP 1: Self-care a key aspect in the lives of AYP in all our diversity.
April 05, 2022 05:27 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBIn this episode, young people discuss self-care and its role in improving the lives of all young people in our diversity. Self-care interventions play a big role in improving the access to services and commodities. In the long run, improve the quality of life and treatment outcomes for AYPLHIV and move us closer to attaining Universal Health Coverage. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
EP 7 - Busting myth about HIV and COVID-19
December 17, 2021 03:12 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBWe joined Elizabeth Glaser Paediatric AIDS Foundation with a mission in mind: ending the knowledge gaps that people living with HIV have regarding COVID-19. Listen to our most recent podcast and get to know the details of this project. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
Back home after ICASA 2021 - The future of the ESA Commitment
December 17, 2021 03:03 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBThe ESA Commitment must be an important conversation topic for all young SRHR and HIV advocates of Africa. In this special episode after ICASA 2021, we talked about the last updates and news on the Ministerial Commitment that were announced during the conference --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
Back home after ICASA 2021 - The Power of Our Voice
December 17, 2021 02:49 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBThe launch of the new #HERVoiceFund strategy was one of the proudest things about ICASA 2021. In this special back home episode, Maximina Jokonya, the head of the HER Voice Fund, talks to us about how this new strategy is empowering adolescent girls and young women across Africa. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
Back home after ICASA 2021 - The Love Alliance is aiming higher
December 17, 2021 02:40 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBOne of our most important events during #ICASA2021 was the announcement of the new Love Alliance Global Strategy. In this Back Home episode, Florencia Anam shares all the details about this impactful and inspiring project. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
Back home after ICASA 2021 - The ICASA Hubs
December 17, 2021 02:35 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBJust a few days after ICASA 2021, we want to make a special recount of what it was like to attend virtually through our #ICASACountryHubs. Listen to the main takeaways of one of our young advocates from Zimbabwe following the conference. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
EP 6 - New guidelines for HIV and YKP
November 04, 2021 01:01 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MBThe AGYW advocate Fahe Kerubo joined us to speak about their participation as a young voice in the update of the "Consolidated Guidelines on HIV Prevention, Diagnosis, Treatment and Care for Key Populations" of the World Health Organisation. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
Young Voices - EP 5 - Black, queer and advocate
October 19, 2021 03:16 - 28 minutes - 38.6 MBTake a listen to our last Young Voices podcast, in which we speak with Reule, a young queer HIV advocate from Kenya, on their advocacy journey one year after being diagnosed with HIV. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
EP 4 - Teachers' day: Don’t hate, educate!
October 05, 2021 18:15 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MBToday on Teacher's Day, we are privileged to have recorded a podcast with an incredible teacher living with HIV and a young person living with HIV who supports other YPLHIV in Schools! Through this, they are doing their part in keeping the school environments safe for learners living with HIV. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
4Youth: Activismo VIH en Latinoamérica
September 07, 2021 04:57 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MBJóvenes líderes de 3 organizaciones colaboradoras de Y+ Global comparten sus experiencias en el trabajo conjunto en la acción contra el VIH y los derechos sexuales y reproductivos en América Latina. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
Young Voices. Ep 2: Being a social entrepreneur during a global pandemic
July 26, 2021 01:12 - 41 minutes - 56.6 MBIn this episode, we talk with two social entrepreneurs and HIV advocates about the journey of leading a social-oriented startup in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic. Listen to our podcast and discover their experience, challenges and learning during the last months. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/yplusglobal/message
Young Voices. Ep 2: entrepreneurship, HIV & advocacy
July 26, 2021 01:12 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MBIn this episode, we talk with two social entrepreneurs and HIV advocates about the journey of leading a social-oriented startup in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic. Listen to our podcast and discover their experience, challenges and learning during the last months. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message
Episode 1
July 09, 2021 13:39 - 4 minutes - 3.26 MBDescription --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/yplusglobal/message
Young Voices. Ep 1: Mental health and diversity
May 31, 2021 17:53 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBThis inaugural episode commemorates mental health month. The panellists speak about mental health issues among YPLHIV and create awareness of the neglected mental health issues. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yplusglobal/message