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This research aims to optimize Floreciendo, a sexual and reproductive health workshop designed for Latina teens aged 14 to 18 years and their female caregivers, such as mothers, sisters, or grandmothers. It addresses the disproportionate risk Latina teens face regarding HIVAIDS, sexually transmitted infections, and risky sexual behaviors. The study uses a pilot optimization trial within the multiphase optimization strategy MOST framework to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of different intervention components in partnership with community organizations around Chicago. Floreciendo consists of four two-hour workshop sessions Foundations in sexual risk prevention, Condoms & Contraception, Family Strengthening, and Gender & Relationships. All participants receive the Foundations session, while groups are randomized to various combinations of the other three sessions using a 2 x 2 x 2 factorial design. Each session includes activities for teens and female caregivers separately and together, focusing on sexual health awareness, communication, cultural norms, and healthy relationships. Participants will engage in baseline and follow-up assessments approximately six months after the intervention. Researchers will measure the feasibility of the trial design and acceptability of the workshop components, along with exploring the effectiveness and implementation outcomes. The total participation involves attending sessions and completing surveys to help understand how best to support Latina teen sexual health through family involvement.