Y-PEER stands for YOUTH PEER EDUCATION NETWORK which is a groundbreaking initiative pioneered by UNFPA at the global level since 2000.
Connecting thousands of young people across regions, Y-PEER aims to promote healthy lifestyles and to empower young people at different levels (peer education, advocacy, program management, fundraising…) through peer to peer approach.
History of Y-PEER Bhutan
- The first Y-PEER network was established at Sherubtse College in the year 2012.
- Currently, Y-Peer has its network in 19 RUB Colleges and Technical Training Institutes consisting of more than 1500 registered members.
- We have in total, 15 youths who have attended ATOT till date.
- Untill 2021, Seven National Meets have been conducted, along with completion of 18 National Training of trainers.
- Around 600 youths have undergone National Training of trainers till date.