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The Netherlands enjoys
an open & inclusive society.

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It was the first country to allow equal marriage… 

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and to reach out to drug addicts by promoting free drug substitution therapy and syringes.

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They also have some of Europe’s lowest number
of teenage pregnancies and abortions.

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When it comes to sexual health and rights...

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the Dutch Approach is
evidence based and unique.

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The government works in close relation with
municipal public health services, NGO’s...

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general practitioners, HIV clinics
and key populations.

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In the Netherlands, sexuality education
does not focus on risks only,

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but also emphasizes young people’s rights,
responsibility and respect.

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And in case things go wrong,
there’s a low threshold for counselling,

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STI & HIV testing and treatment.

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Learn more about
the Dutch Approach @ rivm.nl/sti