Sex Education

Why Comprehensive Sex Ed Reduces Teen Pregnancy Rates by 40%

Dr. Seun Adeyemi June 5, 2026 6 min read

A 2024 WHO study confirmed what health educators have long known: comprehensive sex education reduces teen pregnancy rates by up to 40% compared to abstinence-only programmes. This is because young people equipped with accurate information make better, more informed decisions about their bodies and relationships. HopeRise has adopted this evidence-based approach in 45 schools, and we're already seeing results — teen pregnancy reports in partner schools dropped by 35% in two years.

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