Apause Youth Org

01/10/2026

01/10/2026

COLLABORATION FOR CHILD PROTECTION

On 30th September, 2026, our Programs Officer, Miss Favour Lwinga, participated in the District Child Protection Committee (DCPC) meeting in Mzuzu, which brought together key stakeholders committed to protecting children and supporting vulnerable young people.

The meeting featured an inspiring presentation by St John of God on _Inclusive Education and Climate-Resilient Vocational Training for Children with Disabilities and Vulnerable Youth in Northern Mzimba._ The presentation highlighted the critical need for inclusive education, skills development, and equitable access to social services for all children.

We also benefited from valuable presentations by the Department of Social Welfare, Mzuzu Prison, and Ungweru Organisation, which deepened our collective understanding of child protection, rehabilitation, restorative justice, and peacebuilding.

At Apause, we strongly believe in collectiveness - working together for greater impact. While we focus on reducing early teenage pregnancies and child marriages in schools by providing correct information about sexuality through Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE), other partners are offering vocational training and rehabilitation services. Together, we are building a safer, more inclusive future for every child.

30/09/2026

Tuesday - Comprehensive Sexuality Education sessions in schools.

National Youth Council of Malawi Plan International Malawi UNFPA Malawi UNICEF Malawi Girls Not Brides VSO Malawi Butterfly Space Info/Media Rooms Mzuzu City Council Mzuzu City Youth Network

29/09/2026

DECISION-MAKING: It’s About Choices, Not Just Feelings!

This week in our CSE sessions with Form Ones in Rumphi, Mzimba North, Mzuzu & Nkhata Bay, we are talking about one BIG life skill: DECISION-MAKING.

We have noticed something...

Many young people know their RIGHTS very well, but forget their RESPONSIBILITIES.

We know what we WANT in the moment, but we don't stop to ask: _What will this choice cost me tomorrow?_

Take relationships for example.

It starts as exciting, sweet, fun... a beautiful journey.
But without clear thinking, without asking "What do I really want? What are the risks? What are my priorities?" - many end up disappointed, distracted from school, pregnant, or heartbroken.

Not because love is bad - but because the REASON you started is very different from what you GET at the end.

Youth, pause and ask yourself:

- What do I REALLY want for my future?
- Is this choice helping me or pulling me away from my dreams?
- Do I understand the RISKS as well as the excitement?
- Am I balancing my rights WITH my responsibilities?

Life is about balancing choices. You have the power to choose, but you also have the power to PAUSE.

At Apause, we say: Understand your body. Know your values. Prioritize your future.

Your future is bigger than a momentary feeling!

What is ONE decision you are proud of making for your future? Share with us in the comments. 👇 lets talk about it

National Youth Council of Malawi Butterfly Space Info/Media Rooms Hon Moses Devlin Busher UNICEF Malawi Plan International Malawi Mzuzu City Youth Network Tilitonse Foundation VSO Malawi Pace for Social Change Mzuzu City Council United Nations Highlights for Children John Rees Malawi National Youth Network on Climate Change - NYNCC

26/09/2026

🎉 WELCOME TO THE 2026/2027 SCHOOL CALENDAR YEAR - APAUSE COMPREHENSIVE SEXUALITY EDUCATION PROGRAM! 🎉

We are happy that we have started at a higher note this week with 1,890 Form One students reached this week ONLY! 🙌

We are on a very important mission to END CHILD MARRIAGES, EARLY PREGNANCIES AND SCHOOL DROPOUTS.

This week we managed to deliver sessions in the following districts:
📍 Rumphi
📍 Mzimba North
📍 Mzuzu City
📍 Nkhata Bay

A huge THANK YOU to our dedicated Peer Educators for your zeal and passion to help your fellow young people. You are the true heroes! ❤️

Let's all join hands to END CHILD MARRIAGES, TEENAGE PREGNANCIES AND SCHOOL DROPOUTS.

National Youth Council of Malawi Plan International Malawi Girls Not Brides Butterfly Space Info/Media Rooms John Rees Mzuzu City Youth Network Favour Lwinga VSO Malawi

15/09/2026

Why does APAUSE Youth Organisation teach young people to take care of themselves?

Because every young person deserves a chance to dream, to learn, and to become a responsible citizen.

At APAUSE, we teach youth about self-care, self-respect, and responsible choices — free from STIs, early pregnancies, and early marriages.

We believe: A healthy youth = a strong future An informed youth = a safe community An empowered youth = a good citizen

This is not just about health. It’s about giving our youth the power to say YES to education and NO to what can destroy their future.

12/09/2026

12/09/2026

Weekly Recap | APAUSE Youth Organisation

This week, APAUSE Youth Organisation engaged key stakeholders in Nkhata Bay in preparation for the 2026–2027 school calendar year for both primary and secondary schools.

We are pleased to announce that all preparations in Nkhata Bay have been completed.
In the coming term, we are set to deliver approximately 150 sessions across 15 schools, reaching about 7,500 learners with Comprehensive Sexuality Education messages.

We appeal to all well-wishers, partners, donors, and individuals to join us in this noble cause.
You can also adopt a school and support CSE delivery in that community.

Let’s join hands to end teenage pregnancies, early marriages, and school dropouts.

Together, we can build a healthier and empowered generation. National Youth Council of Malawi UNFPA Malawi Plan International Malawi UNICEF Malawi John Rees Tilitonse Foundation