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BECOMING PERGNANT WHILE YOU ARE STILL AT SCHOOL

There is a well known saying: If you educate women, young educate a nation. Women are often caregivers for children, which mean that women play an important role in the education of future generations. However there are often barriers that can prevent women and girls from getting an education. One of these barriers is student pregnancy

In the past if a girl became pregnant at school she would be asked to leave at least for one year. This often meant that the girl did not ever return. Fortunately things are changing in Namibia, some people may thing allowing students to return to school is wrong. However ensuring that all students complete their education is important if Namibia is to progress and develop.

Pregnant students are encouraged to inform trusted adult, lecturer,counsellor,social worker or healthcare provider as soon as possible about the pregnancy. The girl may return to school after the birth of her child as soon as the school is satisfied that she and the infant are in good health.

Reference: R Coomer(2010), Becoming pregnant while you are still at school, Ombetja Yehinga Organisation.