#Chatbot

A new online initiative out of Syracuse, New York, is quietly transforming the way adolescents seek answers about sexual health—ushering in a digital age of confidential support. “Layla’s Got You,” a Syracuse-based website, harnesses the power of chatbot technology to help teens, particularly Black and Latina young women, find accessible, judgment-free information on sex, pregnancy, contraception, and sexually transmitted diseases. Launched in 2019 under the direction of the women’s health and empowerment director at the Allyn Family Foundation, this pioneering tool is quickly becoming a vital companion for U.S. teens hesitant to ask sensitive questions elsewhere.

A Syracuse-based digital initiative is quietly reshaping how adolescents access sexual health information in the United States, and its approach offers lessons for Thai readers as well. Layla’s Got You uses a chatbot to provide confidential, non-judgmental guidance on sex, pregnancy, contraception, and sexually transmitted infections. Launched in 2019 under the direction of a women’s health and empowerment advocate at the Allyn Family Foundation, Layla’s Got You has become a trusted companion for teens who hesitate to seek information through traditional channels.