By Amina Evangelista Swanepoel | Project Leader
Dear Supporters,
We are thrilled to celebrate a milestone with you—our 15th anniversary! Over the past decade and a half, Roots of Health has made tremendous strides, all thanks to your support and belief in our mission.
Thank you for being part of our story!
As we celebrate 15 incredible years, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the journey of Roots of Health in Palawan and the impact we've made together. While we honor our past, we’re also excitedly looking toward the future as we work to expand our reach across the Philippines. Watch our story here.
Commentary: Help teachers teach sex ed
“Many fear that sex ed leads to promiscuity, but studies show that it leads to more cautious sexual behavior. Young people delay sex when they know the consequences.”
Our public school teachers need training to implement comprehensive sexuality education and effectively provide information to our students!
Learn more on this op-ed piece by our Executive Director Amina Evangelista Swanepoel here.
Maternal wellness in the postpartum period
While a mother prioritizes caring for her newborn, it’s equally important not to overlook her own health and well-being. This is why our clinical team regularly visits the provincial hospital to ensure postpartum moms know their family planning options and are able to access their preferred contraceptive early on. In this way we can help prevent unplanned pregnancies shortly after birth and promote healthy spacing between children.
Health equity for disadvantaged youth
Our youth team has been hard at work teaching marginalized young adults from the Greater Manila Area on critical health knowledge and connecting them with essential care services. We developed a comprehensive curriculum that encompasses a wide range of topics including sexual and reproductive health, mental health, gender sensitivity, and healthy lifestyle and behavior. To ensure the sustainability of this initiative, we are conducting training sessions for local health workers, equipping them to carry the program forward in the future.
This collaboration with Palladium International marks our commitment to expanding our impact beyond Palawan, reaching more communities across the country. We’re excited to join hands with more organizations that share our vision!
We are truly grateful for your belief in our mission and choosing to support us. Your confidence in our work means the world to us!
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