Investing in young people shapes the future of healthcare. We lead critical research and policy development relating to adolescent sexual, reproductive, and mental health. By analysing national success stories and training local systems, we help create environments where young people can thrive. Our core adolescent health initiatives include:

Conducting the ASHER Exemplar study, also part of the Gates Foundation’s Exemplars in Global Health Initiative, to examine the drivers behind India’s major decline in adolescent pregnancies.

Building youth engagement and advocacy by elevating young voices through a dedicated Youth Advisors’ Committee, as well as creating interactive learning tools exploring issues of health equity and inclusion relevant to young people.

Designing health systems reform for comprehensive behaviour change strategies and training frameworks for the national adolescent health programme (RKSK).