A Strategic Contribution to GC8 and NSP V (2026–2031)
Transforming HIV Prevention Through Youth Leadership
Myanmar’s HIV response is entering a critical phase—one that requires innovative, inclusive, and scalable prevention strategies to reach adolescents and young people.
MPG through its flagship My Friend Program (MFP), has demonstrated that youth-led, digitally enabled Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) can deliver high-impact results and strengthen national prevention efforts.
Supported by UNESCO, this initiative proves a simple but powerful truth: When young people lead, learning becomes more effective, trusted, and sustainable.
A Proven Model: Peer-Led and Digitally Enabled
The My Friend Program combines community-based peer education with digital innovation, creating a model that is both effective and scalable across Myanmar.
Youth Leading Change
- Peer educators facilitate sessions for their peers
- Safe, inclusive environments encourage open dialogue
- Builds trust and increases participation
Digital Tools for Greater Reach
- Deployment of 30 tablet devices to support:
- multimedia-based learning
- interactive engagement
- digital access to SRH and HIV information
Hybrid Learning Approach
- Integration with the Myanmar Youth Platform (MYP)
- Enables continuous learning beyond physical sessions
Delivering Results That Matter
The My Friend Program has delivered strong, measurable results, reflecting MPG’s capacity for effective implementation.
Program Performance
- 5,668 adolescents and young people reached (exceeding the 5,000 target)
- Expanded in-person workshops beyond planned levels
- Sustained virtual and group-based engagement
Inclusive Participation
- 3,286 female participants
- 2,346 male participants
- Participation from diverse gender identities
Key Outcomes
- Improved access to accurate SRH and HIV information
- Increased confidence among youth to discuss sensitive issues
- Strengthened digital literacy and leadership skills among peer educators
- Enhanced programme monitoring and reporting through digital systems
Strong Systems, Strong Confidence
MPG has demonstrated robust institutional capacity aligned with international standards:
Operational Efficiency
- Full delivery of planned outputs
- Strong asset management and tracking systems
- High-quality documentation and reporting
These results position MPG as a trusted, low-risk implementing partner for GC8 investment
Strategic Alignment with GC8 and NSP V
The My Friend Program directly contributes to national and global priorities.
Global Fund (GC8) Supports:
- HIV prevention among adolescents and young people
- Community systems strengthening
- People-centred and differentiated service delivery
- Digital innovation in programme delivery
National Strategic Plan V (2026–2031) Contributes to:
- Strengthened prevention strategies
- Youth engagement and leadership
- Integration of HIV and SRH education
- Expanded outreach to underserved populations
Scaling Impact Under GC8
Building on proven success, MPG is ready to scale this model under GC8.
Key Expansion Priorities:
- Expanding Youth Coverage
Reach more adolescents in high-priority and underserved areas - Scaling Digital CSE Delivery
Increase access to ICT-enabled learning tools and platforms - Strengthening Peer Education Systems
Institutionalize peer-led approaches within national programmes - Enhancing Monitoring and Evidence Systems
Improve real-time reporting and data-driven decision-making
A High-Impact Investment Opportunity
The My Friend Program offers donors and partners a compelling value proposition:
- Proven results and performance
- Scalable and cost-effective model
- Strong governance and accountability systems
- Direct contribution to national HIV prevention goals
- Ready for integration into GC8 implementation
This is not a pilot—it is a tested, high-impact model ready for national scale.
Investing in the Future
Young people represent the future of Myanmar’s HIV response.
By investing in youth-led, digitally enabled CSE, partners can:
- Strengthen prevention outcomes
- Improve access to life-saving information
- Build resilient community systems
- Empower a new generation of leaders
Partner With Us
Myanmar Positive Group invites the Global Fund, Principal Recipients, and development partners to support the scale-up of youth-led digital CSE under GC8 and NSP V.
Together, we can empower a generation, strengthen prevention, and accelerate progress towards ending HIV as a public health threat in Myanmar.
Contact MPG to explore partnership opportunities
