“PREVENTION OF TEENAGE PREGNANCY AND SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES” BY THE COLIMDO WOMEN AND SPORTS COMMISSION

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With the presence of prominent figures from the world of sports and education in the Dominican Republic, the Women and Sports Commission successfully organized a talk on the Prevention of Teenage Pregnancy and Sexually Transmitted Diseases at the Altagracia Robert Educational Center in Barahona.

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Barahona, Dominican Republic – In an effort to raise awareness and educate young people about the importance of sexual and reproductive health, the Women and Sport Commission of the Dominican Olympic Committee gave a talk on Teenage Pregnancy Prevention and Sexually Transmitted Diseases at the Altagracia Robert Educational Center in the province of Barahona.

The event was attended by prominent figures from the fields of education and sports. Among those present were Camil Domínguez and Dulce María Piña, president of the Women and Sports Commission, as well as Heidy Félix Ferreras, director of the educational center. Also participating were José Ramón Valenzuela, physical education teacher, and Luis Gustavo Cabrera, netball coach.

During the talk, fundamental issues were addressed, such as the importance of family planning, the risks of early pregnancy, and the consequences of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

Emphasis was placed on the need for comprehensive education and healthy habits to ensure a safer future for young people.

The Women and Sport Commission of the Dominican Olympic Committee reaffirms its commitment to the education and well-being of Dominican youth by promoting initiatives that Foster knowledge and prevention in health issues.

The event was enthusiastically received by the students and teaching staff of the Altagracia Robert Educational Center and ended with a Netball exhibition.