The realities of adolescent key populations: what is the evidence?

20th International AIDS ConferenceMelbourne, Australia. 21st July 2014

Susan Kasedde, DrPHSenior Specialist, HIV (Adolescents)

UNICEF, NYHQ

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OUTLINE

1. What we know about adolescent key populations

2. Opportunities for programme and future research

What Do We Know?

… Not just adolescents

Opportunities for Programmes & Research

1. Participation of adolescents, young people, community based organizations as critical resources to bridge the gap between programmes/services and vulnerable adolescents.

2. Laws, policies and social norm change – engaging adolescents, civil society organizations and communities

3. Strengthening data & evidence:1. Population size estimation and

disaggregated data

2. Implementation science to accelerate learning on effective service delivery