Silvia Alanis, who dedicated three years teaching sex education and providing birth control in northern Argentina, witnessed significant reductions in teen pregnancy rates. However, President Javier Milei's government dismantled the program, marking a rollback in gender equity policies. His administration has aggressively cut funding for initiatives aimed at women, resulting in the dismissal of about 600 employees from the program. These cuts come amid efforts to address an ongoing economic crisis but risk reversing strides made in sexual health education.
The teen pregnancy program, which had significantly contributed to reducing births among young women, faced a significant setback due to government actions. President Milei's unfavorable view of feminism and policies promoting gender equity has led to a systematic dismantling of supportive programs for young women. Experts emphasize that the cessation of this initiative threatens to undo the progress achieved in lowering teen pregnancy rates, underscoring the importance of sustained education and access to reproductive health services for youth.
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