There is a growing recognition among reproductive health providers throughout the world that “youth-friendly” services are needed if young people are to be adequately provided with reproductive health care. Such services are able to effectively attract young people, meet their needs comfortably and responsively, and succeed in retaining these young clients for continuing care. Whether services are provided in a clinical setting, in a youth center or at a workplace or through outreach to informal venues, certain youth-friendly characteristics are essential to effective programs. Basic components include specially trained providers, privacy, confidentiality, and accessibility.

Making Reproductive Health Services Youth Friendly