Care that grows with them (Ages 10–19)
Wandikweza supports adolescents living in extreme poverty with integrated health, psychosocial, and life-skills support, helping young people navigate a critical stage of growth with dignity, knowledge and opportunity.
Adolescence, defined as ages 10–19, is a transformative period of rapid physical, emotional, and social development. It is a time when lifelong habits, behaviors, and aspirations take shape. For many adolescents in Malawi, however, this critical stage is constrained by barriers to health, education, safety, and opportunity.
Why Adolescent
Adolescents make up over 25% of Malawi’s population, more than 5.6 million young people, positioning them as a vital force for the nation’s future.
However, many face serious health risks such as early pregnancies, HIV, gender-based violence, malnutrition and limited access to care. Investing in adolescent health today is essential to building a healthier, more resilient Malawi for generations to come.
After-School graduation pathway
A Four-Year Journey of Empowerment
Wandikweza’s after-school engagement approach ensures no adolescent is left behind by reaching both in-school and out-of-school youth. Recognizing that many adolescents, especially girls, drop out due to poverty, early marriage or pregnancy, our programs take place in safe community spaces after school hours.
This inclusive and flexible approach allows us to serve the most vulnerable with accessible, respectful and relevant care.​​​​
Our services
Wandikweza’s after-school program provides adolescents with essential life skills, health education and mental health support through interactive and inclusive sessions led by CHWs, Nurses on Bikes and peer educators. The program covers topics like SRHR, nutrition and emotional well-being, while also offering creative outlets and clinical referrals when needed.
Beyond health, the program empowers young people through leadership training, civic engagement and vocational skills development, including digital literacy and entrepreneurship. It actively involves parents and community leaders to create a supportive environment, ensuring that adolescents whether in school or not, are equipped to thrive.
