Youth Faith Leaders in Mozambique Translate Learning into Action to Advance SRHR and Sustainable Population Growth
Young faith leaders in Mozambique are taking forward the outcomes of a recent training on promoting Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) and Sustainable Population Growth (SPG) for quality life in Africa, held in Maputo in March 2026. The training equipped youth leaders from AACC member churches and Christian organizations with Contextual Bible Study (CBS) manuals to support faith-based engagement on SRHR and SPG.
Between 16th and 19th April 2026, trained youth conducted a follow-up engagement in the rural Chiboene Parish of the Zion Union Apostolic Christian Church, located in Moamba District. They facilitated discussions with over 70 young people on addressing teenage pregnancies, promoting menstrual health, family planning, and improving access to reproductive health services. They also printed and distributed photocopies of the CBS manuals to church and youth leaders to support continued learning and wider dissemination within the community.
In addition, youth leaders from the United Methodist Church in Mozambique have initiated regular online conversations on the importance of planning in a Christian’s life, creating space for learning and exchange on family planning and responsible decision-making. In Gaza Province, the Presbyterian Church in Mozambique also launched a series of Contextual Bible Studies on intergenerational relationships. The first session, held on 18th April 2026 at Magul Parish, brought together youth and elders to address issues of power, abuse, and manipulation, fostering meaningful dialogue on sensitive but critical issues affecting community wellbeing.
“It is very encouraging to see youth leaders in Mozambique applying the knowledge and skills gained during the training and using the CBS manuals to facilitate dialogue and inspire action on critical issues of SRHR and sustainable population growth within their churches and communities,” said Rev. Dr. Fidon Mwombeki, General Secretary of the AACC. “I am particularly inspired by their initiative to photocopy and distribute the manuals, ensuring that the resources reach congregations and leaders even in areas with limited access to digital platforms,” he added, commending the churches in Mozambique for supporting young people’s leadership in transformative Christian mission.
In the photo: Youth leaders introducing the CBS manuals to the Zion Union Apostolic Christian Church Chiboene Parish on 19th April 2026. [Courtesy: Gloria Milambo].
