Summary

The Department of Public Health Connecticut received a $357,748 formula grant award from the Administration for Children, Youth and Families (ACF) under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Personal Responsibility Education Program (PREP, CFDA 93.092) effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2028. Connecticut, as one of 50 state PREP formula grant recipients, will deliver evidence-based sexual health education and youth development services to youth ages 10-19, with particular emphasis on pregnant and parenting youth under age 21, as well as at-risk populations including youth in foster care, juvenile justice systems, and experiencing homelessness.

Through this three-year award period, the state will provide medically accurate, age-appropriate education on abstinence and contraception for the prevention of pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections, while incorporating instruction in adulthood preparation topics such as healthy relationships, financial literacy, healthy life skills, and educational and career success. The program requires implementation of evidence-based strategies proven through rigorous scientific research to delay sexual activity, increase contraceptive use among sexually active youth, or reduce pregnancy rates, with services delivered in culturally appropriate contexts for the populations served.