This issue of Entre Nous was prepared for a meeting on youth friendly health policies and services held in Edinburgh, Scotland in November 2009. It includes case studies from Croatia, Estonia, Scotland and Tajikistan. The meeting enabled young people, experts in sexual and reproductive health, policy makers and key stakeholders to come together with the goal of promoting and improving the sexual and reproductive health of young people.

The development of quality youth friendly health services, whether they are part of school services, existing clinics or stand-alone facilities, are an essential step towards breaking down the barriers that exist between young people and access to health services and advice.