In this powerful episode, recorded during the International Workshop on Adolescence, SRHR and HIV, we dive into the theme “When the Money Stops: Funding Cuts and the Future of Young People’s Health.” Moderated by Doreen Moracha, the episode opens with a heartfelt story from a young person whose access to HIV treatment and SRHR services was directly impacted by funding gaps. This sets the stage for an insightful discussion featuring Thabang Ditshupo, Sekgabo Seselamarumo and Bahati Haule, who unpack where funding cuts are coming from—such as global and domestic sources—and explore their far-reaching effects on youth-friendly clinics, advocacy spaces, and young people’s well-being.