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Who We Are

Fact Forward envisions a world where all youth and young adults have the opportunity of a healthy, bright, self-determined future. 

Our mission is to promote the optimal wellbeing of individuals and communities across the Carolinas and beyond by advancing adolescent health. 

“Fact Forward has led adolescent reproductive health education since 1994, empowering youth, families, and communities. We improve health outcomes through evidence-based education, training, technical assistance, and consulting. While rooted in the Carolinas, our partnerships and impact extend nationwide.”

– Dr. Rena Dixon

Values

  • Youth and young adult voices
  • Safety and security
  • Evidence- and practice-based approaches
  • Policies, programming, and innovations that advance adolescent health

Focus Areas

  • Access to support services
  • Comprehensive sexual health education
  • Youth-adult partnerships
  • Emotional wellbeing
  • Positive youth development
  • Youth resilience
  • I was initially very nervous about teaching this subject — I wanted to meet the requirements, but I was afraid of talking about something I wasn’t supposed to. After this training, I feel much more confident in teaching this subject.

    Middle School Physical Education Teacher

    Orangeburg, SC

Fact Forward is a 501(c)(3) organization governed by a Board of Directors

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2024-2028 Strategic Plan

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