Day 17: Sex Education

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A lot falls under the umbrella of sex education. Not only does it include education about infections, illnesses, and our anatomy, but it includes gender and sexual preference, and family planning.

Our cultures, religions, values, and beliefs shape how we learn about sex, relationships, and our bodies. Regardless of where or how we are raised, understanding how our bodies physically, mentally, and emotionally work is critical for our health and safety, particularly for women and girls.

Today, we talk about how comprehensive sex education can be used as a tool for sustaining equity and forming healthy relationships with those around us.

IF YOU HAVE…

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WATCH THIS VIDEO as people around the world reflect on their own sex education and how they hope it will be taught for future generations.	and	READ THIS ARTICLE about the Indigenous American educators who work to provide comprehensive sex education in Indigenous culture.	and	WATCH THIS DOCUMENTARY of high school students share the challenges and uncertainties of adolescence, sexual identity, and other sexual health matters.

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