YouRHealth (Youth for Reproductive Health Awareness)

14/10/2025

The Youth for Reproductive Health Awareness - Misamis Oriental, extends our heartfelt gratitude for selecting our organization as one of the finalists for the 6th Ripple Awards under the Ripple of Inspiration for Youth Empowerment category. We are truly honored and humbled by this recognition, and it inspires us even more to continue our advocacy for reproductive health and youth empowerment in our region.

01/10/2025

We are proud to introduce ✨Coming of Age: My Rights and Responsibilities as an Adolescent✨ a youth-friendly booklet that provides adolescents with a clear understanding of their rights and responsibilities as they navigate the transition to adulthood.

📘 What’s inside?
✔️ Easy-to-read fact sheet on adolescents’ rights and responsibilities
✔️ A guide to adolescents’ health, rights, and future
✔️ Clear explanations of how Philippine laws affect young people

Developed through consultations with lawyers, advocates, child rights groups, and young people themselves, this collaborative and participatory process ensured that the fact sheet is not only legally accurate but also youth-centered and responsive to the realities and needs of adolescents.

👉 Want to know more? Check out the fact sheet, the story behind its creation, and why it matters for young people: https://wgnrr.org/comingofagelaws-factsheet/

This initiative is made possible by WGNRR and IDEALS, Inc., with support from the Center for Reproductive Rights.

We want to thank the following organizations for their contribution for the development of this fact sheet:
AMYL - Alliance of Magnanimous Youth Leaders, Inc., Children's Rehabilitation Center, Commission on Human Rights of the Philippines, Dakila MMR, FPOP, Filipino Freethinkers, Kaisa Ka, Maguindanao Alliance of Youth Advocates, PANTAY, Partido Manggagawa, Philippine Safe Abortion Advocacy Network - Pinsan, Salinlahi Alliance for Children's Concerns, Save the Children Philippines, YouRHealth (Youth for Reproductive Health Awareness), Young Advocates for SRHR

26/09/2025

When sexual and reproductive health and rights are deprioritized, it isn’t just abortion care at risk—it’s the foundation of public health. Communities lose essential services that protect lives and dignity.

This , we remind the world: Safe Abortion is Life-saving Healthcare. ✊ We rise with the to resist anti-rights narratives and affirm that safe abortion is a cornerstone of reproductive healthcare and a fundamental human right.

🌍 It is our collective fight to champion healthcare strengthening and sustainable funding. We call on communities everywhere to join us and demand that governments invest in healthcare systems that are universal, affordable, and stigma-free—including abortion care.

✨ Because when SRHR is fully funded and uphold, communities thrive, health systems grow stronger, and every person can live with dignity and care. 💜

26/09/2025

We are grateful to SK Aplaya, Jasaan for inviting YouRHealth MisOr to be the resource speaker for their KK Assembly.

Our team shared insights on the Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (ASRHR) Situationer, helping young people understand the realities they face today and empowering them to make informed decisions for a healthier future.

Thank you SK Aplaya for giving us the opportunity to engage with your community and continue our mission of educating and inspiring the youth.

25/09/2025

🇵🇭 Calling Filipino youth leaders to join the KNOW THE BILLS, SHAPE THE FUTURE! A Youth Briefing on the Prevention of Adolescent Pregnancies & the Decriminalization of Abortion Bills.

📅 September 30, 2025 (Tuesday)
🕐 1:00 – 4:20 PM
📍 Philippine-China Hall, GT Toyota Asian Center, UP Diliman
🌐 Livestream via Zoom & WGNRR Facebook
👉 REGISTER NOW TO CONFIRM YOUR SLOT: bit.ly/KnowtheBillsShapetheFuture

In this dialogue we will tackle important youth sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR)-related bills on prevention of adolescent pregnancies and the decriminalization of abortion, and build collective advocacy for rights, justice, and equality!

🌍 In solidarity with International Safe Abortion Day (Sept 28) with the theme: "Safe Abortion is Life-saving Healthcare
Your voice matters. Be part of shaping the future of SRHR!

Organized by Women's Global Network for Reproductive Rights, Philippine Safe Abortion Advocacy Network - Pinsan, Catholics for RH (C4RH), Médecins du Monde, Filipino Freethinkers, Young Advocates for SRHR, Maguindanao Alliance of Youth Advocates, and DAKILA Metro Manila-Rizal. With support from the Center for Reproductive Rights.

22/09/2025

Break the stigma!

21/09/2025

PRESS RELEASE
September 21, 2025 | 12:00 PM

𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐓 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐎-𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐃 𝐎𝐑𝐆𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐙𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐖𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐓 𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐑𝐔𝐏𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒

We, Mindanao-based community-based organizations and school-based organizations, joins the Filipino people in today’s nationwide protest against corruption in the Philippine government.

We firmly stand in disgust at the rampant and shameless corruption that continues to plague our nation. While countless Filipinos suffer from floods, hunger, crisis in education, inequality, poor healthcare, and the inadequate delivery of government services, many public officials and politicians shamelessly take advantage of their positions and steal from the people’s money.

The people’s taxes must be used to uplift lives and ensure the dignity of every Filipino. Yet those in power continue to betray public trust by pocketing billions of pesos meant for the nation’s development. This is a gross injustice and a crime against the Filipino people.

Today, we stand in solidarity with other civil society organizations, students, workers, and communities rising across the country to denounce corruption. We demand accountability. We call on the Marcos administration to conduct a comprehensive and rigorous investigation into all forms of corruption, not only in the flood control projects of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) but in all government agencies. Those found guilty must be held to account and jailed for their crimes against the nation.

The fight against corruption is a fight for justice, equality, and a better future for every Filipino. We rise because we refuse to be silenced. We rise because the Filipino people deserve leaders who are honest, accountable, and truly serve the people.

SIGNED BY:
Tagoloan Gender Advocacy Group
YouRHealth Tagoloan
Youth Leaders Organization - YOLO
ILAW Shared Community
Lakapati
Bahagsubay Gensan

19/09/2025

🌍 This , we affirm: Safe Abortion is not only life-saving healthcare; it is also reproductive freedom.

Reproductive freedom means having the power to decide about our bodies, live fully in the present, and shape the future we envision. And no one should ever be criminalized, restricted, or shamed for exercising this right.

✨ Be part of the unstoppable abortion movement—advocating for safe, legal, and stigma-free abortion care for all! Visit september28.org for the full Call to Action, campaign materials, and global actions. 💚

10/09/2025

✨️ TARA! Usap tayo, para sa buhay at pag asa. 🥹

🌎 : Changing the Narrative on Su***de.
In observance of World Su***de Prevention Month 2025

From January to June this year, the PNP reported nearly 2,000 su***de cases in the Philippines a sobering reminder that su***de is one of today’s most urgent public health concerns.

Behind these numbers are real lives, real stories, and silent battles rooted in mental health struggles, trauma, social pressures, and economic hardship.

This September, we come together to shed light on these realities and to break the silence. Su***de is preventable through awareness, timely support, and compassionate conversations.💙

Join us in our webinar “ : Changing the Narrative on Su***de”, an initiative of the Mental Health Youth Hub PH, as we:
🔹 Raise awareness and debunk misconceptions about su***de
🔹 Promote help-seeking and access to support
🔹 Empower the youth to embrace hope, resilience, and healing

🗓 Save the date: Saturday, September 20, 2025 | 1:00 PM

📝 Register through this link:
https://bit.ly/4p3CodA
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🌻 Let’s change the narrative. Together, we can build a community of hope, compassion, and understanding.

Please register. This session has the power to change not only your life, but also the lives of others.✨️

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07/09/2025

Yesterday’s Ganap with the youth of Natumolan, Mohon, and Baluarte!

Mr. Gab Allones, VP of YouRHealth shared his knowledge on HIV and AIDS, expressing his gratitude to the Tagoloan Young Leaders for the opportunity to continue raising awareness on this important advocacy.

Meanwhile, Ms. Paula May Espinosa Chaves gave an engaging discussion on the harmful effects of drugs, which added valuable insights for everyone present.

Truly, it was a meaningful exchange of knowledge and experiences that continues to empower the youth towards a healthier and safer community.

31/05/2025

30/05/2025

On May 28, 2025, YouRHealth MisOr successfully held a meaningful webinar in observance of the International Day of Action for Women’s Health under the theme, “In Solidarity We Resist: Our Fight, Our Right!” This event brought together youth leaders, advocates, policymakers, health professionals, and community members to unite in defending and advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). Through expert-led discussions, participants gained valuable insights into the current SRHR situation in the Philippines, including barriers and opportunities, and learned about the vital role of youth in driving positive change.

The program was hoted by John Gabriel Allones and featured keynote talks by Jetro G. Resonar and Dr. Junwerlo Ng, followed by an interactive workshop focused on countering misinformation surrounding SRHR. We are deeply thankful for the strong support and funding from the Women’s Global Network for Reproductive Rights and for the valuable partnership with the Local Government Unit of Tagoloan, which made this event possible. The webinar fostered a spirit of solidarity, inspired collective action, and strengthened connections among diverse groups committed to gender equality, social justice, and sustainable development. It was a significant step in empowering individuals to advocate for women’s health and rights, emphasizing the importance of standing together against anti-rights challenges.

Now is the time to mobilize, speak out, and take a stand. Let’s not allow the opposition’s agenda to derail our collective fight for SRHR and justice!

We rally under the theme: "In Solidarity, We Resist: Our Fight, Our Right." ✊🏽💜

📲 Learn more and take action: may28.org