In this episode -- recorded as Justine and Jenny's first, so please excuse that! -- the focus is why do parents and schools feel nervous when it comes to sex ed? What are we scared of as a society? Research shows that young people receiving information about their bodies, sex and relationships doesn't accelerate interest or change behaviour. Research tells us instead that children who receive accurate, comprehensive, age-appropriate information from a trusted source will be more likely to delay sexual activity; more likely to make better decisions about contraception and STI protection, and more likely to enjoy a mutual and consensual experience. So, why are we so frightened of talking and passing on accurate science-based information that will help kids be safer and healthier? Listen to Justine and Jenny chat about what they think as parents and educators themselves.
Please visit our website sexeducationaustralia.com.au where you can listen to our other episodes and also browse our pages for resources, information and support.
Thanks for listening!
Jenny + Justine
Note: we use gender binary terms in these early episodes, recorded two years ago. In more recent episodes we will use more inclusive language.
In this episode -- recorded as Justine and Jenny's first, so please excuse that! -- the focus is why do parents and schools feel nervous when it comes to sex ed? What are we scared of as a society? Research shows that young people receiving information about their bodies, sex and relationships doesn't accelerate interest or change behaviour. Research tells us instead that children who receive accurate, comprehensive, age-appropriate information from a trusted source will be more likely to delay sexual activity; more likely to make better decisions about contraception and STI protection, and more likely to enjoy a mutual and consensual experience. So, why are we so frightened of talking and passing on accurate science-based information that will help kids be safer and healthier? Listen to Justine and Jenny chat about what they think as parents and educators themselves.
Please visit our website sexeducationaustralia.com.au where you can listen to our other episodes and also browse our pages for resources, information and support.
Thanks for listening!
Jenny + Justine
Note: we use gender binary terms in these early episodes, recorded two years ago. In more recent episodes we will use more inclusive language.