On November 15th, at 4:00 PM, UYP Dhaka, organized an awareness play called “Theater for SRHR” (Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights). The event took place at the Masud Mancha of Shohojhpath School and College in Shonir Akhra. After the play, adolescents and youth put on a lively concert.
The program Started with a welcome speech by the UYP Project Manager, Mohammad Abu Raihan. Following him, the special guest, Tutul Chowdhury (Principal of Shohojhpath School and College and a renowned actor), spoke. He highlighted that Unlocking Youth Potential (UYP) Project works to develop capable young leaders by bringing out the hidden potential in youth through advocacy. That’s why they hold awareness programs on various topics in communities, schools, and colleges. Today, they performed the play “We Are Changing” to bridge the gap that currently exists between parents and students.
In the play, “We Are Changing,” the teenagers did a wonderful job of using acting to show the audience the physical and mental changes that happen during adolescence, gender equity, and the causes of child marriage.
Following the performance, there was a spirited Q&A session where both the audience and the performers participated.
Next, the concert began with performances by adolescents and youth. They presented solo and duet songs, and even some audience members spontaneously joined in to sing.
The event concluded with a crest distribution ceremony for all the participants in the play and the concert as a token of appreciation.
