Teen SMART Outreach

Project Summary

Teen SMART Outreach (TSO) is a fresh and innovative program working to reduce unintended teen pregnancies in San Diego's North County Region. Youth Health Educators conduct outreach presentations to youth tackling topics including:

� Accessing Care & Services
� Goal Setting
� Positive Self Image
� Reducing Unintended Risks
� Realities of Unprotected Sex: STI�s & HIV
� Communication: Adults, Friends & Partners

TSO also works with a group of young teen mothers developing their skills as part of a Teen Parent Panel. The Panel conducts presentations, providing a candid look at the realities of being a teen parent in today�s society. TSO has come to understand that our youth are faced with an alarming number of negative and powerful influences; leaving a void for positive role models. TSO remains committed to exposing youth to the benefits of �slowing down�, gaining awareness and being Teen SMART!

Target Audience

Teen SMART promotes abstinence as a primary defense against unintended pregnancies, but teens are also informed about the importance of using protection and encouraged to change "risky" behaviors.

Funder

State of California Office of Family Planning.

Contact Information

For more information or to schedule a visit with a Physician or Health Educator about Family Planning, please call 760.736.8637 or 760.736.8665.

Service Area

San Diego's North County Region.