The 6th MENA Region Adolescent Health Conference has officially kicked off in Tunis
The 6th MENA Region Adolescent Health Conference has officially kicked off in Tunis
Juzoor for Health and Social Development, on behalf of the Arab Coalition for Adolescent Health & Medicine and in partnership with IPPF, proudly opened the conference under the theme:
“From Challenges to Solutions: A Holistic Approach to Adolescents’ Well-Being.”
The conference was opened by Dr. Umaiyeh Khammash, Chair of the Arab Coalition for Adolescent Health & Medicine, followed by remarks from:
• Dr. Fadwa Bakhadda, Director-General, International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)
• Prof. Mohamed Douagi, Representative, Tunisian Ministry of Health
• Dr. Montaser Kamal, Representative, International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
• Dr. Nicole Jones, Representative, GAGE
• Mr. Mohamed Milouchi, Representative, Arab Youth Association
The opening brought together policymakers, youth leaders, academics, and regional partners including GAGE, IDRC, EMPHNET, ATSR, FP2030, and Care Direct — to advance adolescent health and well-being.
Highlights included “Gaza Youth: Stories of Resilience” and an Adolescent Talents Showcase, celebrating creativity, hope, and the power of youth voices.
Opening Recap Video
