Last Updated on May 22, 2026, 4:36 PM AST by Anthony Morris
The Department of Gender Affairs hosted a Teen Boys Conference on May 21 at the CUNA Conference Centre. The conference was hosted under the theme: “Promoting Healthy Choices, Responsible Relationships, Educational Success and Consent.”
The stakeholders of the Department of Gender Affairs organised the event in commemorations of the International Day of the Boy Child. The officials have shared that it is important for the boys to feel supported and encouraged and to have their voices be heard.
The International Day of the Boy Child is an opportunity for the leaders of the community to work together for the welfare of the boy child. The aim of the international celebration is to ensure that the boys will be given the support that they deserve.
The people of the island have been working with stakeholders to make sure that the youngsters
The conference was attended by the teenaged boys across the federation. The authorities have shared that the boys from this particular age group continue to face a range of developmental and social challenges.
These issues can significantly impact their health, relationships, and academic achievement. Some of the issues which the boys can face in their life include early sexual activity, limited understanding of healthy relationships and consent, peer pressure, and declining engagement in education underscore the urgent need for targeted support and intervention.
The Department of Gender Affairs shared some images from the event on their social media. The officials have shared that the conference was a successful venture to bring the youngsters.
The conference served as a structured, safe, and empowering environment where teenage boys could participate in meaningful discussions. The attendants or the conference can access critical information, and receive guidance on issues affecting their personal development and future success.
The children were part of interactive sessions and mentorship where the participants were encouraged to make informed decisions, build positive relationships, and develop the confidence and life skills necessary to navigate adolescence responsibly.
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