Why is it important?
According to UNESCO (International Technical Guidance on Sexuality Education, 2018), comprehensive sexuality education:
- Delays the start of sexual relationships
- Increases contraceptive use
- Reduces sexually transmitted infections
- Reduces unintended pregnancy
Topics by age
10–12 years
- Puberty changes
- Consent — your body, your rules
- Types of families
13–15 years
- Healthy vs. toxic relationships
- Basic contraception
- Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
- Peer pressure
How to start the conversation
- Don't wait for "the big talk" — have short, frequent conversations
- Use natural situations — news, movies, questions they ask
- Be calm and non-judgmental
- Admit when you don't know — "Let's look it up together"