K E Y P O I N T S

• The Philippines has one of the highest teenage pregnancy rates among the ASEAN member states.
• More than 500 adolescents are becoming pregnant and giving birth every day.
• Childbearing in adolescence carries increased risks for poor health outcomes for both mother and child, and lower educational attainment and employability, causing economic losses to the country.
• Comprehensive sexuality education alongside better access to services for the adolescent is the key to ending teenage pregnancy.