Can a school class stop violence? major study tests education program in madagascar

This study is testing whether a special year-long education program in rural middle schools can help prevent violence against young women and girls in Madagascar. About 4,500 students and teachers will participate, with half the schools receiving the program and half not, to compare the results. Researchers will use surveys and interviews to see if the program improves students' safety, confidence, knowledge about healthy relationships, and mental health.