BASIC SEX EDUCATION IS CRITICAL, BUT HOW CAN SCHOOLS BE CONVINCED TO
INCLUDE IT?
Introduction
Sexuality education is another term for sex education. It is the proper teaching and
learning of numerous sex and sexuality-related issues. It covers male and female genital
anatomy, menstruation, intercourse, and contraception methods, as well as birth control, STDs,
pregnancy, and a wide range of other topics. The goal is to communicate accurate information
that is necessary for building partnerships and preserving one's own sexual health. Every parent
and teacher has a role to play in sex education. It is preferable for teenagers to acquire accurate
information from their parents rather than being misinformed by periodicals, friends, or online. A
massive variety of issues relating to sexuality and sexual health are covered in a thorough sex
education. Body image, abstinence, contraception, gender, human reproduction, human anatomy,
pregnancy, and safe sex are all covered. It entails giving information on birth control methods,
sexual attitudes, sexual health and behavior, sexual orientation, sexual pleasure, and sexually
transmitted diseases, among other topics.
The importance of sexuality in one's identity cannot be overstated. Teens learn about
sexuality through a variety of other sources, many of which have a detrimental impact rather than
a positive one. It is up to you, together with the school and other community-based groups, to
give your growing teen with correct sex education.
Rationale
It is a widespread saying that young people require knowledge of how to build positive
relationships and health-related abilities. According to research, school-aged children tend to be
better about their sexuality, physical well-being, and sexual health. While the main sources of
information are the media, parents, and peers. What they know is incomplete and even
confusing. Unwanted teen pregnancies, illegal abortion, mortality, and sickness among teenagers
are all linked to a low rate of educational attainment, little to no sex education activities, and
suppressed attitudes toward sex. Adolescents require accurate, evidence-based information and
education on sexuality, sex, and reproduction. They should receive the essential sex education
from their teachers at school.
They must be educated and well-informed so that they can make positive and safe
decisions before engaging in any sexual activities, as well as be accountable for their own well-
being and human relationships. Sex education in schools has been shown to be beneficial in
avoiding and reducing the chances of teen pregnancy, HIV, and other sexually transmitted
illnesses among teenagers in some studies. The development of healthy sexuality is covered by
sex education. For young students, it is a significant developmental milestone. It gives all
teenagers with information about gender identification, intimacy, consent values, human
connections, and body image positive.
Objectives
Focusing on a person's sexual health, including the avoidance of STDs, HIV, and
unwanted pregnancy.
Focusing on specific acts or behaviours that contribute to appropriate sexual
health, such as postponing sexual intercourse, employing barrier protection, and
so on.
Providing clear information about the various scenarios that might lead to sexual
health hazards and how to avoid them in order to maintain good health.
Supporting healthy sexuality acceptance, as well as a sense of self-worth and
value.
Calendar of Works
DATE ACTIVITIES
April 4,2022 Recruiting experts began early on, with
teachers seeking guidance and resources from a
variety of organizations and scholars
April 11,2022 Identifying the need, the target audience, and
the outreach objectives
April 14,2022 Developing a Feedback Mechanism
April 15,2022 Exit Strategy/Sustainability Plan Development
April 20,2022 Outreach Program