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Fighting against gender-based discrimination in schools : Guaranteeing the right to education of pregnant adolescent girls and unwed mothers in Kinshasa.

Based on IDRC‑supported qualitative research conducted in Kinshasa, this policy brief examines how school environments influence the educational pathways of pregnant adolescent girls and unmarried young mothers. Despite recent policy reforms, the findings reveal persistent stigma and systemic barriers, underscoring the need for coordinated, evidence‑informed action across education, health, and community systems to advance girls’ right to education and gender equality.

Published: 2026

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