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See Genderations editions 1 and 2 for more on prevention strategies.  \nA mATTEr for concErn  \nHowever, the DoE accepts that schoolgirl pregnancy is a reality, and is concerned about the high levels of unplanned teen pregnancies occurring at many of our schools.  \nOf equal concern is that young people are engaging in sexual behaviour at a relatively young age. While some choose to do so, in many instances teens are forced to engage in sexual activity.  \nA complEx issuE, no simplE soluTions Research shows that the reasons for unplanned teen pregnancy are complex.  \nIt is not a matter of a learner just behaving “badly” or being irresponsible. Some factors linked to learner pregnancy are:  \n• unequal power relations between the sexes. This arises from how each person’s identity is shaped by what society expects from us as “men” and “women”. Often, men are expected to be dominating, while women are expected tobe obedient and passive. Likewise, “to be a man” is seen as being sexually assertive, while “to be a woman” means being sexually attractive, and available, to men;  \n• low self-confidence and self-esteem among young women. This causes women to seek affirmation through being sexually desirable, rather than appreciating their own value as individuals;  \n• no clear vision of a worthwhile future. The choice to partake in irresponsible sexual intercourse can be motivated by a sense that there is no bright future to build towards; and  \n• pressures linked to poverty. Exchanging “sexual favours” for food or goods – known as “transactional sex” – is sometimes a survival strategy used by women trapped in poverty.  \nAn EmoTivE subjEcT  \nAnother factor which can make managing teen pregnancies that much more of a challenge for educators is that people often have very strong, personal views on the matter.  \nTeachers therefore also need to address any negative or judgmental responses from members of the school community so that the pregnant learner can be given the support that she needs.  \npoinTing schools in ThE righT DirEcTion  \nIn the Measures for the Prevention and Management of Learner Pregnancy, the DoE sets out some useful guidelines to help schools manage learner pregnancy fairly and effectively.  \nHowever, educators must not regard unplanned schoolgirl pregnancy as their sole responsibility.  \nAny school management plan for learner pregnancy must be designed to draw on a support network involving parents/ guardians, as well as the expertise of professionals such as social workers and those in the health sector.  \nTurn to page 2 and 3 to find out more!  \nA GLOBAL CONCERN: Schools in the USA are developing new policies to support teen mothers such as Ronika Bryant (16), pictured above. Picture by Javier Manzano, courtesy of Rocky Mountain News ([www.rockymountainnews.com](www.rockymountainnews.com))  \nin this issue:  \nyour guide to managing unplanned learner pregnancy 􀁺 Where schools can turn for support 􀁺 16 days of activism for no violence against Women and children: What it means to you… page 4  \nPART 3 of 6 Caring School Communities  \nmanaging learner pregnancy:  \nCEnTral prinCiplEs To guiDE you  \nWhen developing your school’s management plan,  \nmake sure that each step in your plan is guided by the following central principles:  \nSafeguard her educational interests  \nEvery learner has a right to education, to dignity and to equality that educators h","cbCainxeBmsNTbkV","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCainxeBmsNTbkV","pdf",585514,"English","# Managing learner pregnancy: Central principles to guide you\n## Safeguard her educational interests\n## Protect the rights of others affected","[{\"question\":\"Why does the national Department of Education prioritize prevention in learner pregnancy management?\",\"answer\":\"The Department of Education believes women and men should become parents only when they are ready for the practical and emotional realities, and that learners should focus on education success and bright futures. 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