Preferably projects in rural areas were selected to share experiences. Discussions on strengths of different approaches and lessons learned since the start of the projects took place. Together with youth representatives, staff designed their own specific IEC methods. At present, combinations of group sessions and an individual approach, village quiz shows and youth days using karaoke, games and role plays are used to attract young people. These strategies aim to encourage thinking and talking about reproductive health.
Youth appear to be more receptive to RH messages and are more open to discussion.
Nowadays, they themselves prefer to participate in mixed group education session. Meanwhile, the focus of the education sessions is changing from increasing knowledge to behaviour change. Role-plays and exercises on negotiation skills and decision making are included in the activities. On the first of December 2000, CHC staff prepared a programme for AIDS day together with two youth groups. Quiz shows, role-plays and popular AIDS songs were performed.