Adolescent Transition West Africa

Adolescent Transition West Africa: An Outcome Evaluation of a Gender and Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Intervention in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger

This trial will serve as an outcome evaluation of 'Adolescent Transition in West Africa' (ATWA), a school-based program in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger for adolescents ages 10-19. The overall objectives of the project are as follows: Impact: Improved sexual and reproductive health and rights of 472,180 adolescents. Outcome 1: Improved sexual and reproductive health and rights and gender equality knowledge, intent, and behaviors among 472,180 adolescents. Outcome 2: 500 health facilities offer quality adolescent responsive SRH services that are used by adolescent girls and boys. To evaluate program impact, an external evaluation will be conducted. A pre/post cross-sectional evaluation design will be used across two evaluation years.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Enrolled in primary or secondary school
• Participating in community group (Niger only)
• Aged 10 to 19

Exclusion Criteria:

• Not enrolled in school (Mali and Burkina Faso)
• Younger than age 10
• Older than age 19