IPPF strongly believes that it is young people themselves who really know about what matters to them and that they should be allowed space to express themselves. It is designed to inspire action and discussion among young people and those working with them. The youth manifesto was developed out of the need for clear direction which would empower youth and youth programmes into the new millennium. These values were identified by young people as fundamental to every aspect of young people's sexual and reproductive health. Special efforts and approaches have to be developed to reach all young people.
All people have the right to talk to someone without anyone else finding out what they have said.
No one wants their private actions and thoughts to become public knowledge and this fear can easily stop young people from using services. Trust and respect for privacy applies to more than counselling and services, it is essential in all areas of working with young people. Young people have the right to a full range of contraceptives and information about them. These services should be confidential, affordable, free from judgment and welcoming to all young people, whether married or unmarried. Free from judgment All young people need to be accepted and given support to live without fear and discrimination in every area of their lives.