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All aspects of sexuality, youth involvement in SRHR, and taking down the patriarchy. Interviews and ideas from YSAFE volunteers - the young activists and educators of the International Planned Parenthood Federation European Network.

  1. Faith, Feminism & Fearless Conversations

    11/27/2025

    Faith, Feminism & Fearless Conversations

    In this episode of Sex Positivitea with YSAFE, Ella sits down with Dina whos' returning to Sex Positivitea for a second time this season! Dina is an advocate for youth, founder of SexduGram, and she's here to talk about what it really means to bring sexuality education into religious spaces. By addressing topics like virginity, pleasure, and consent, Ella and Dina unpack how religion and sexuality can coexist through understanding, empathy, and open dialogue. Together, they explore how young people are reshaping conversations about sex, shame, and spirituality, showing that faith-based approaches to SRHR can be both respectful and revolutionary.

    47 min
  2. Healing Spaces: Youth Voices on Mental Health

    11/13/2025

    Healing Spaces: Youth Voices on Mental Health

    In this episode Ema from our MA SECS (in Romania) talks with Azra from Bosnia and Herzegovina about a youth-led project making mental health support more accessible and relatable. Reproductive Justice is inherently linked with care, and mental health support - So, together, in this episode we explore how young people in Bosnia designed creative “first aid kits” for emotional well-being, blending care, equality, and empowerment. A conversation about mental health, leadership, and how youth are reshaping what gender equality and support really mean. 💬💛

    21 min
  3. Sad, Sexless, and Scrolling: is Gen Z in a Sex Recession?

    11/06/2025

    Sad, Sexless, and Scrolling: is Gen Z in a Sex Recession?

    In this episode of Sex Positivitea with YSAFE, Milena and Viktor from North Macedonia spill the tea on why Gen Z is having less sex than ever. From burnout and anxiety to porn culture and gender expectations, they explore how our generation’s mental health, stress levels, and online habits are reshaping intimacy and desire. With humor, honesty, and a bit of science, they look at the hormones, habits, and hustle culture behind what media is calling a “sex recession.” It’s not just about sex; it’s about connection, curiosity, and feeling alive again.

    18 min
  4. Beyond Labels: Consent, Boundaries, and Pressure in Relationships

    10/30/2025

    Beyond Labels: Consent, Boundaries, and Pressure in Relationships

    ⚠️ Trigger warning: this episode includes descriptions of sexual violence and coercion. In this episode of Sex Positivitea with YSAFE, Klesja and Ana open an honest conversation about consent, needs, and boundaries in relationships. They explore how social expectations and relationship labels can shape the experiences of young women and young people in general. Through real stories from girls in Albania, they reflect on what it means to communicate clearly, respect boundaries, and challenge pressure in intimate relationships.

    26 min
  5. In Their Own Words - Young Men for Gender Equality

    10/23/2025

    In Their Own Words - Young Men for Gender Equality

    In this episode of Sex Positivitea with YSAFE, we hand over the mic to two young activists who joined us after winning our Instagram contest on gender equality. Heritier from Plan International based in Malawi and Kostya from Y-PEER based in Kazakhstan share their journeys into activism, their personal experiences with gender inequality, and the projects they are leading today from supporting girls’ leadership and education to challenging sexist healthcare systems and harmful practices. They speak about what motivated them to get involved, how patriarchy impacts everyone, and why youth-led action is essential for building a more equal world. Tune in to hear their powerful stories, the change they’re pushing for in their communities, and the key messages they want every listener to carry forward.

    42 min
  6.  LGBTQI Inclusive Education and Youth Activism

    10/16/2025

     LGBTQI Inclusive Education and Youth Activism

    In this episode of Sex Positivitea with YSAFE, we sit down with Taj Donville-Outerbridge, a board member of IGLYO the International LGBTQ+ Youth and Student Organisation. Taj reflects on their journey into activism and shares IGLYO’s work on inclusive education, focusing particularly on the LGBTQI Inclusive Education Map. We also talk about meaningful youth participation, what it really takes for young people to co-design projects, and how organizations can create safe spaces for growth. This episode is hosted by Tahra Brakanska, member of YSAFE and youth activist from the Latvian organisation Papardes Zieds.

    22 min
  7. Youth Power In Practice - Youth leadership in SRHR

    10/09/2025

    Youth Power In Practice - Youth leadership in SRHR

    This special episode of Sex Positivitea brings you our International Youth Day webinar. You’ll hear directly from young activists across Europe a as they share the projects they’ve led. These stories highlight the power of youth leadership in gender equality and SRHR, the importance of flexible funding, and the impact of giving space for young people to lead change. Speakers Paula Dielentheis : Youth Representative, Pia - Pro Familia in Action Germany Azra Mehmedovic : YSAFE Steering Committee Chair, Youth Representative IPD Bosnia and Herzegovina Nino Maisuradze : YSAFE Steering Committee Member, Youth Representative HERA XXI Georgia Marija Gjorgjievska : Program Assistant HERA N. Macedonia Moderator Iphigenia Kamarotou - Youth Networker IPPF EN

    28 min
  8. Funding Rage - Why Feminist and Youth-Led Movements are still Broke!

    10/02/2025

    Funding Rage - Why Feminist and Youth-Led Movements are still Broke!

    In this episode, Dina and Dameli dive into a topic that has been on our minds throughout the past year: funding. They explore why flexible funding matters and unpack what isn’t working in the current system for youth and feminist-led movements. Read More The Yield HubThe European Funding Gap: How Slashed Cooperation Budgets Can Jeopardize Global SRHRUnlocking the future of SRHR: navigating the complex world of innovative financing models Dina Chaerani is working in sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), focusing on youth and marginalised communities with ten years of experience. Currently, she is leading the community and partnerships at the YIELD Hub and running a youth-led organisation called Sexdugram, an online platform to provide comprehensive pre-marital sexuality education for Indonesian children and youth. Dameli Tileshpayeva is the vice-chair of YSAFE and a youth advocate for SRHR in Kazakhstan. She is a board member of Kazakhstan association on sexual and reproductive health  (KMPA). This episode was produced by YSAFE Steering Committee Chair, Azra Mehmedovic

    43 min
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All aspects of sexuality, youth involvement in SRHR, and taking down the patriarchy. Interviews and ideas from YSAFE volunteers - the young activists and educators of the International Planned Parenthood Federation European Network.

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