This indicator measures the proportion of young females aged 15-24 who employed condom protection during their most recent sexual encounter within the past year. It serves as a critical gauge of
safe sex practices among young women, reflecting not only their awareness of and access to contraceptive methods but also their ability to negotiate safe sexual relationships. Increasing rates of condom use in this demographic can be indicative of effective sexual health education and empowerment initiatives, potentially leading to reduced rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unplanned pregnancies. Understanding trends in this data can help policymakers and health educators target interventions and resources to enhance reproductive health outcomes for young women.
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