Policy and Advocacy
State Policy Print

Advocates for Youth works in partnership with state and local organizations to educate state legislators and local elected officials on a variety of issues that impact the sexual and reproductive health of young people.

While the policy environment varies from state to state, Advocates believe that all young people have the right to comprehensive sex education, access to sexual health services, and a secure and equal stake in the future. State and local policies affect young people's ability to maximize their potential.

Advocates works on the following policy issues at the state level:

Visit the State Map to learn more about sex education policy and funding and adolescent reproductive and sexual health in your state.
 
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