Can a community program boost teen girls' futures in ethiopia?
NCT ID NCT03890237
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests two programs—Her Spaces for girls and Act With Her for boys and girls—designed to improve education, health, safety, and life skills for 4,500 young adolescents aged 10-13 in Ethiopia. The programs include weekly group sessions over 10 months. Researchers will measure changes in school attendance, violence exposure, nutrition, mental health, and gender attitudes.
What this could mean
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Active substance
behavioral program (Her Spaces and Act With Her)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that community-based programs improve education, health, and safety for young teens in Ethiopia.
What could go wrong
This is a behavioral study, not a medical treatment. Results may not apply to other regions or cultures, and improvements may be small or short-lived.
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Locations
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Study site
Zone 5, Afar Region, Ethiopia
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Study site
South Gondar, Amhara, Ethiopia
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Study site
East Hararghe, Oromiya, Ethiopia