The SiHLE project aims to decrease teen pregnancy and STD disparities among African-American girls. Girls participate in group discussions that emphasize ethnic and gender 
pride while increasing their awareness of HIV risk-reduction strategies. SiHLE was developed by Drs. Ralph DiClemente and Dr. Gina Wingood, public health experts from Emory University, and has been fully tested and endorsed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
- SiHLE is one of the CDC's best-evidenced, gender-specific, hands-on, interactive curriculum for African-American girls age 14-18.
Through interactive group sessions, girls learn HIV risk reduction strategies including abstraining from sex, using condoms correctly and consistently, 
and having fewer sex partners. SiHLE is a hands-on, interactive program that requires participants to take part in activities and group discussions.
Results
Participants in the SiHLE program:
- Increased condom use
- Reduced incidences of unprotected sex
- Reduced the number of new sex partners
- Reduced incidences of STDs
- Reduced incidences of unintended pregnancy
How can I participate in SiHLE?
SiHLE is offered at PPCW at scheduled dates throughout the year. It is also delivered in partnership with community organizations, such as churches, youth serving agencies, and more. Community partners can be trained to deliver the curriculum.
SiHLE will be offered next:
When: October 19, 22, 26 and November 2, from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Roosevelt High School in Portland
To sign up: Contact PPCW's Megan Johnson at 503.250.3345 or megan.johnson@ppcw.org
Contact PPCW's Education Department to learn more.
education@ppcw.org
503-775-4931, ext. 6
