The Mission of the South Carolina Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy:

To prevent adolescent pregnancy in South Carolina through education, technical assistance, public awareness, advocacy and research.

Beliefs:

  • We believe the prevention of adolescent pregnancies is in the best interest of adolescents, their families and society.
  • We believe parents should be the primary sex educators of their children.
  • We believe that the most effective health and sexuality education is abstinence-first, age-appropriate and comprehensive.
  • We believe the use of research proven curricula and programs will reduce adolescent pregnancy.
  • We believe that communities play a key role in reducing adolescent pregnancy.
  • We believe that youth should be recognized as assets and involved as equal partners in all aspects of prevention activities in their communities.
  • We believe the prevention of adolescent pregnancies will improve the health and economic prosperity of South Carolina.

Values:

As an organization, and as a team, we are committed to using

  • Our HEADS to provide innovative programs and services that are based in research and grounded by science;
  • Our HEARTS to guide our efforts with care and compassion, being mindful to respect the potential in each other;
  • Our VOICES to advocate for those who cannot fight for themselves.