Copper Rose Zambia (CRZ) proudly participated in the You(th) Care Close-Out Meeting 2025 in Harare, Zimbabwe, marking the successful conclusion of four years of collaboration and innovation in Southern Africa. Represented by CEO Dr. Natasha Salifyanji Kaoma and Advocacy and Health Promotion Program Manager Dr. Newton Donkola, CRZ engaged with key regional organizations and advocacy leaders.
The meeting served as an inspiring platform to reflect on profound, youth-centered progress in advancing SRHR and scaling self-care innovations for young people.
Key Highlights:
- Capacity Building: Reviewed significant organizational strengthening strategies across all partner teams.
- Innovation Marketplace: Showcased best practices, innovations, and essential IEC materials developed during the program.
- Evidence-Based Impact: Presented data demonstrating measurable change in youth health outcomes.
- Strategic Foresight: Held crucial discussions to shape the future of SRHR and youth advocacy in the region.
- Building Momentum: Established collaborative relationships with new Zimbabwean partners to sustain progress.
The close-out meeting powerfully reaffirmed CRZ’s commitment to youth-led solutions and evidence-based advocacy. CRZ is energized to carry forward the valuable lessons, proven innovations, and enduring partnerships forged during the You(th) Care project, ensuring its impact continues to fuel the next steps in advancing self-care and SRHR across Southern Africa.
