Youths and members of the Christian Youth Fellowship of the Presbyterian Church in Cameroon of the East Mongo South Presbytery on Saturday August 15 took part in a one day workshop on sexual reproductive health and sustainable development. The youth-led initiative of the All African Conference of Churches (AACC) is engaging young people in Cameroon on sexual and reproductive health, family planning and sustainable population growth.
The programme which began in May and is expected to run until November 2026, has already reached young people in Yaoundé, Buea and now Douala with plans to extend to other parts of the country, including Kumba, Bafang and the East Region.
During the workshop in Douala, the National Coordinator for AAYC SPG_SRH training in Cameroon Dr. Wunde Njineck Ubraine said Africa’s rapidly growing population, coupled with limited and diminishing resources, makes it necessary to equip young people with knowledge that can help families make responsible reproductive choices. He said the workshop was conceived following the All African Youth Congress held in Nairobi in 2025, where participants identified the need to educate young people on sexuality while promoting sustainable population growth. He said the initiative is anchored on Christian and biblical values, with the objective of helping young people understand their sexuality and make responsible decisions that contribute to healthier families and communities.
According to the Presbyterian Treasurer and representative of the Presbyterial Secretary of the East Mungo south presbytery Rev. Linonge Joseph, the PCC, is supporting such discussions because young people are among those most affected by sexual and reproductive health challenges. He further explained that the PCC does not consider sexuality a taboo, pointing to its existing National HIV/AIDS Programme and youth friendly centres where young people receive life skills and sexuality education.
On her part, the Regional Youth Pastor of East Mungo Region and Parish Pastor of Presbyterian Church cite de la paix Rev. Winifred Mah Nji, acknowledged that sexuality remains a difficult subject in some church settings. She said the forum provides an opportunity to address the subject openly while placing the discussion within a Christian framework.
“Getting the teachings from the church has a strong force,” she noted, stressing that young people can benefit from sexuality education when it is reinforced with biblical values.
For the participants, the discussions has a direct impact on their personal and family lives. Emmanuel Akeh, said he was particularly interested in learning more about sexual responsibility and family planning. He expressed optimism that the training would improve his understanding of sexuality and help him make better decisions concerning his family.
The churh hope that by bringing sexual and reproductive health discussions into faith-based spaces, young people will have access to accurate information while also receiving guidance rooted in values and responsibility.
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