Botswana Family Welfare Association

01/04/2026

As we head into the Easter holidays, Botswana Family Welfare Association (BOFWA) wishes you a safe and meaningful break.

This season, we encourage young people and the community to make informed, healthy choices, prioritise their well-being, and look out for one another.

Travel safely, take care, and enjoy the holidays responsibly.

31/03/2026

Let’s talk about the conversations we don’t always have… but really need to.

On the 20th of March 2026, Botswana Family Welfare Association (BOFWA) hosted a powerful intergenerational dialogue at the kgotla in Gaborone West as part of the Month of Youth Against HIV/AIDS.

The session focused on sensitization on human rights, stigma, and discrimination, creating a space for honest and meaningful engagement.

This was more than just a meeting. It was a real conversation between community leaders and adolescents and young people, asking an important question
How can we better support and include you

From discussions on HIV and AIDS, stigma, and discrimination, to the importance of youth involvement in decision making, one message stood out clearly
Nothing for us without us

Kgosi A Somolekae set the tone with a powerful reminder that the kgotla must be a safe and welcoming space for all. He emphasized that young people should come as they are without fear of judgment, especially when seeking help. He challenged strict norms that may prevent people from accessing support and even highlighted the importance of making condoms accessible in community spaces.

Following his remarks, young people felt more at ease to speak openly. Many shared that they had initially wondered how they would express themselves in such a setting, but appreciated how welcoming and open the space became, allowing them to speak freely and honestly.

Community leaders also shared openly with young people, encouraging them to invite elders into their spaces, communicate how they would like to be treated instead of leaving room for assumptions, and not be afraid to show up where leaders are present. Youth voices were equally strong, calling for greater inclusion in leadership, safe spaces to speak openly, and more accessible health services and information.

We also appreciate the presence and support of Councillor Melanie Nicol, alongside other community leaders, for standing with young people in shaping a healthier and more inclusive future.

Together, we are breaking barriers, challenging stigma, and transforming the HIV and AIDS response one conversation at a time

30/03/2026

30/03/2026

📻 Tonight at 7PM — We’re LIVE!

Let’s talk about the things people whisper about… but need to understand.

Comprehensive Sexuality Education isn’t just about s*x; it’s about knowing yourself, making informed choices, protecting your future, and building healthy relationships 💬✨

No judgment. No awkward vibes. Just real talk, real facts, and real empowerment.

Tune in, pull up, and be part of the conversation because your future deserves clarity, not confusion.

Don’t miss it 👀

26/03/2026

This March, as Botswana marked the Month of Youth Against AIDS, Botswana Family Welfare Association (BOFWA) joined a youth dialogue hosted by the Botswana National Youth Council at the National Museum.

The conversation focused on how Botswana can strengthen and transform the AIDS response, with young people taking the lead in sharing their experiences. The youth dialogue brought together youth living with HIV, young people with disabilities, students, out of school youth, and service providers.

One thing was clear. Young people are still facing real challenges. Access to services is not always consistent, stigma is still present, and not everyone feels safe or respected when seeking care. There were also honest conversations about barriers to HIV testing, access to PrEP and PEP, and the realities young people face both online and in their daily lives.

We were proud to have Onkabetse Kosi representing BOFWA as a panelist, contributing to the discussion and bringing forward the importance of youth voices in shaping solutions.

A strong message from the dialogue was that young people do not just want to be consulted. They want to be involved in decision making, in designing programmes, and in shaping policies that affect them.

As BOFWA, we remain committed to creating spaces where young people are heard, included, and empowered.

17/02/2026

DONATION DRIVE

The youth action movement Botswana is currently conducting a donation drive that is meant to support boarding school students in marginalized communities.The donation will instill a sense of dignity and help students to concentrate on their academics. We sincerely ask for your support to donate: Toiletries, Clothes, Blankets, Mattresses, Cleaning Detergents, Stationery

Your support will make a difference in building the future responsible adults
Youth Action Movement Botswana

IPPF Africa Region

12/02/2026

Gaborone University College of Law
We will be at Gips Gaborone hostels on the 14th with Youth Action Movement Botswana 💯

11/02/2026

Institute of Development Management 📍 done

Next Gips Gaborone

IPPF Africa Region
Youth Action Movement Botswana

10/02/2026

New Era done and dusted
Next IDM

10/02/2026

Outreach schedule 📍📢

26/01/2026