20% of all Palawan births are attributed to adolescent pregnancies
In Puerto Princesa, we have helped reduce teen pregnancy from 20% of all births to 9%.
HIV cases in the Philippines have increased by 200% since 2017
Youth Work
Our youth-centered programs focus on supporting the reproductive health education of the young people of Palawan. We deliver comprehensive programs, mentoring sessions, and training to students and teachers through our dedicated youth team.
Service Delivery
We work with communities and provide services for stronger and healthier families. We provide free, high-quality clinical services both in our office as well as in remote Palawan communities.
Systems
Roots of Health works closely with local and national government agencies to strengthen reproductive health support. Through our partnerships with local offices we help train health workers and provide inventory support across Palawan.
Breaking New Ground on our 15th Year!
Fifteen years ago, Roots of Health set out to transform lives through access to reproductive health care. Today, because of your unwavering support, we’re reaching more marginalized communities, expanding beyond Palawan, and pioneering new ways to serve. Your generosity pushes this progress, ensuring no one is left behind. Reaching the Marginalized In 2024, we focused on bringing our programs to new communities and populations: Indigenous Communities: During Indigenous Peoples (IP) […]
13-Year-Olds with HIV are not the Problem
Roots of Health Statement March 25, 2025 Recent reports of a 13-year-old diagnosed with HIV in Palawan have sparked urgent concern, prompting increased screenings over the weekend. Yet public discourse has been clouded with misinformation and misplaced blame. Social media comment sections are replete with condemnations of adolescent promiscuity. People completely miss the fact that most sexual relationships involving minors are with adults – indeed, cases of statutory rape. The […]
Sulyap ng Kabataan Photo Exhibit Captures Struggles of Palaweño Youth
A powerful photo exhibit, Sulyap: Katotohanan sa Mata ng Kabataan, was staged on March 14 at the NCCC Mall, showcasing realities faced by young Palaweños – including early pregnancy, child labor, poverty, and mental health struggles. Organized by Roots of Health in collaboration with Photovoices International, JCI Puerto Princesa Oil, and the Puerto Princesa City Youth Development Office, the one-day event featured the work of 13 youth advocates who used […]
Help us make a difference, one girl and woman at a time. We provide reproductive health information and services to break the cycle of poverty in the Philippines.
Recognition
