Deadline: 22-Oct-2025
UNICEF Angola has announced an important partnership opportunity focused on protecting and empowering adolescent girls in Luanda Province, Angola.
With an indicative budget of $35,000, this initiative aims to strengthen sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) awareness, promote gender equality, and support young mothers and vulnerable families through community engagement and positive parenting initiatives.
The program seeks to reach at least 2,000 adolescent girls in vulnerable situations by providing access to vital SRHR information and support services. Through the Minha Kamba programme, girls will receive comprehensive training on a specially developed SRHR tool, enabling them to become mentor trainers in their communities. These young mentors will, in turn, lead peer-to-peer sessions and develop advocacy messages promoting SRHR awareness and protection within their local areas.
Community engagement stands at the heart of this initiative. The program includes training for community actors, civil society organizations, and activists on using digital SRHR tools and preventing gender-based violence. Male champions and policymakers will be mobilized and trained to advocate for gender equality, responsible fatherhood, and the prevention of teenage pregnancy. By introducing a “boy-to-boy” approach, the project aims to foster dialogue and awareness among young men, contributing to long-term cultural change.
In addition to empowering youth and communities, the program will focus on strengthening family and parental care. UNICEF, in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Action, Family and Women Promotion (MASFAMU) and an international organization, will develop and pilot a positive parenting program tailored for young and vulnerable parents in the municipalities of Viana and Icolo-Bengo. This initiative will promote discussions around gender equality, respect, and positive masculinity, helping to reduce adverse childhood experiences and improve family well-being.
Organizations applying to implement this project must demonstrate proven expertise in gender-responsive programming. Preference will be given to women-led organizations, aligning with UNICEF’s donor requirements. The selected partner will collaborate closely with local authorities, the UNFPA, the World Bank, and community associations to ensure the effective scaling of the Minha Kamba programme.
UNICEF maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy toward sexual exploitation and abuse. All implementing partners are required to adhere to the highest standards of protection and accountability, ensuring that all project beneficiaries—especially children and vulnerable populations—are safe from harm. By partnering with UNICEF, the selected organization commits to upholding international standards and ethical guidelines that safeguard the dignity and rights of all individuals involved.
This initiative represents a vital step toward advancing gender equality, empowering adolescent girls, and promoting safer, more resilient communities in Angola.
For more information, visit UN Partner Portal.
