On 22 August the Kids with Kids Study formally known as the Pregnancy in Minors (PIMS) hosted a successful expert dialogue with national-level stakeholders to discuss the study's preliminary quantitative and qualitative findings and explore ways to improve care for pregnant children in Zimbabwe.
The event brought together representatives from the Ministry of Health and Childcare (including departments focused on children's rights, mental health, and adolescent sexual and reproductive health), the Ministry of Public Services, Labour, and Social Welfare, donor agencies such as UKAID, UNDP, and UNFPA, as well as international and local NGOs, CBOs, and CSOs that support children in various capacities.
This roundtable marks the first in a series of discussions aimed at integrating research with actionable strategies to meet the needs of pregnant children and alleviate their vulnerability. The PIMS team is dedicated to facilitating meaningful collaboration among stakeholders to develop evidence-based, long-term interventions that can significantly improve the lives of young mothers in Zimbabwe. By fostering a platform for key stakeholders to collaborate, the PIMS study aims to pave the way for tangible strategies that will enhance the well-being and future prospects of pregnant children across the country.
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