Over 8,240 students participate in ENEIS Challenge fairs in Jama and Pedernales

Gilda Alcívar García Ministee at Ministerio de Educación de Ecuador
Gilda Alcívar García Ministee at Ministerio de Educación de Ecuador - Official Website
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More than 8,240 students from eight prioritized educational institutions took part in the ENEIS Challenge fairs as part of the National Strategy for Comprehensive Sexuality Education (ENEIS), according to a March 16 announcement by the Ministry of Education, Sport and Culture. The events were held at Técnico Pedernales, Pedro Agustín López Ramos, Autónomo de Manabí, Sucres Mieles, Yasmina Zamora Goye, Jama, Rambuche, and José Salvador Casimiro Macías schools.

The fairs aimed to prevent violence and early pregnancy while strengthening student leadership and promoting healthy life projects. Activities included educational sessions, interactive games, and awareness processes involving students, teachers, and families.

Doris Mendoza, a parent from Unidad Educativa Jama, said: “Veo con optimismo la implementación de la ENEIS impulsada por el Ministerio de Educación, Deporte y Cultura. Es un paso importante para que nuestros hijos cuenten con mejores herramientas para tomar decisiones responsables, prevenir el embarazo adolescente y protegerse contra la violencia sexual. Es una iniciativa muy significativa para su desarrollo y aprendizaje, por lo que cuenta con todo nuestro apoyo.”

Silvia Medranda Velasco, a first-year high school student at Técnico Pedernales school, said: “La educación integral en sexualidad es importante para nosotros porque nos brinda información clara para tomar decisiones informadas, respetar nuestro cuerpo y el de los demás. También fortalece la igualdad, el autocuidado y contribuye a una convivencia sana dentro y fuera del colegio.”

Miguel Ángel Pinargote, principal of Alfredo Dueñas Educational Unit, said that implementing the National Strategy for Comprehensive Sexuality Education has strengthened inclusive practices and encouraged participation among teachers, students and legal representatives. “Las ferias ENEIS Challenge han contribuido al empoderamiento de la comunidad educativa en temas de sexualidad, derechos sexuales y reproductivos, fortaleciendo la construcción de proyectos de vida de manera integral.”

The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to policies that promote safe educational environments free from violence and with equal opportunities for all children and adolescents.



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