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They strengthen the capacities of children, young people, and other stakeholders to facilitate and sustain social change in health, protection, and education through integrated programming.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">Cynthia took an active role in engaging with EVA's community gatherings. Through these meetings, she openly discussed various contraceptive options. Cynthia opted for oral contraceptives, which would allow her to focus on her studies without fear of getting pregnant. 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