The Netherlands enjoys an open & inclusive society.
It was the first country to allow equal marriage…
and to reach out to drug addicts by promoting free drug substitution therapy and syringes.
They also have some of Europe’s lowest number of teenage pregnancies and abortions.
When it comes to sexual health and rights...
the Dutch Approach is evidence based and unique.
The government works in close relation with municipal public health services, NGO’s...
general practitioners, HIV clinics and key populations.
In the Netherlands, sexuality education does not focus on risks only,
but also emphasizes young people’s rights, responsibility and respect.
And in case things go wrong, there’s a low threshold for counselling,
STI & HIV testing and treatment.
Learn more about the Dutch Approach @ rivm.nl/sti