SHONDHI- is a youth-led initiative born from a simple yet urgent idea: no adolescent should navigate puberty or sexual health in silence or confusion. In Bangladesh, discussions around sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) are often taboo, leaving young people vulnerable to misinformation, stigma and unsafe behaviours.
Our project creates safe, inclusive spaces for young people to learn about puberty, consent, and sexual hygiene. The name SHONDHI (সন্ধি), meaning “connection” and inspired by the Bangla word for puberty, ‘boyoshondhi’ (বয়ঃসন্ধি), reflects our mission to guide adolescents through life’s transitions with dignity while bridging communities across gender, age, and background. The hyphen in our name symbolises the link between growth and change—the bridge we aim to build for young people.
Through interactive workshops, peer facilitation, and toolkits, SHONDHI- equips adolescents with the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills to make informed choices—ensuring that growing up does not mean growing up alone.