Adolescent and Youth Reproductive health in Indonesia: Status, Issues, Policies, and Programs

Abstract

urvey of the reproductive health status of adolescents in the country. The report looks at the social context and gender socialization issues that set girls and boys apart in terms of life expectations, educational attainment, job prospects, labor force participation, reproduction, and duties in the household. The report then outlines laws and policies that pertain to ARH and discusses information and services available, including delivery programs that provide reproductive health information and services to adolescents. The report goes on to identify operational barriers to ARH and ends with recommendations for improving ARH in the country.This report was commissioned by US Agency for International DevelopmentPOLICY is funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development under Contract No. HRN-C-00-00-00006-00, beginning July 7, 2000. The project is implemented by Futures Group International in collaboration with Research Triangle Institute and the Centre for Development and Population Activities (CEDPA)

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