1). What is comprehensive sexuality education?

Comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) gives young people accurate, age-appropriate information about sexuality and their sexual and reproductive health, which is critical for their health and survival.

2). What topics does it cover?

Topics covered by CSE, which can also be called life skills, family life education and a variety of other names, include, but are not limited to, families and relationships; respect, consent and bodily autonomy; anatomy, puberty and menstruation; contraception and pregnancy; and sexually transmitted infections, including HIV.

3).Why is it important to talk to young people about their sexuality and sexual health?

Sexuality education equips children and young people with the knowledge, skills, attitudes and values that help them to protect their health, develop respectful social and sexual relationships, make responsible choices and understand and protect the rights of others. 

Research shows sexuality education leads to delayed sexual activity, safer sex practices, reduced risk of violence and abuse, and improved mental health. Investing in sexuality education empowers young people to become healthy and responsible adults.

4).When should sexuality eudcation gegin?

Children and adolescents deserve age-appropriate education about themselves and their surroundings. This education, starting at age 5, is crucial for their health and well-being. While formal education starts at 5, sexuality education can begin earlier, at home with trusted caregivers. It’s a lifelong process, with each age group learning different aspects.

For younger learners, sexuality education isn’t just about sex. It helps them understand their bodies, feelings, and relationships. It also teaches decision-making, consent, and how to respond to violence, bullying, or abuse. This early learning lays the foundation for healthy relationships throughout their lives.

5). Who should be involved in proproviding sexuality education?

Many people have a role to play in teaching young people about their sexuality and sexual and reproductive health, whether in formal education, at home or in other informal settings. Ideally, sound and consistent education on these topics should be provided from multiple sources. This includes parents and family members but also teachers, who can help ensure young people have access to scientific, accurate information and support them in building critical skills. In addition, sexuality education can be provided outside of school, such as through trained social workers and counsellors who work with young people. 

6). Does sexuality education ecourage early or risk sexual activity?

No, not like this. On the contrary, well-designed and effectively delivered sexuality education programs help young people delay the onset of sexual activity, make informed and positive decisions about sexual health, and practice safer sex. This is because they are better informed about sexual issues, sexual relationships, and their rights.

7). Does sexuality education encourage masturbaction?

Sexuality education (CSE) does not promote masturbation. However, it acknowledges the natural tendency of children to explore their bodies at a young age through sight and touch. This is simply an observation, not a recommendation.

The purpose of CSE is to provide accurate and age-appropriate information about sexuality to young people. This includes correcting harmful myths, such as the belief that masturbation is detrimental to health. Additionally, CSE teaches children about their bodies, boundaries, and privacy in a respectful way.

8). How does sexuality education impact gender relations?

• Unequal gender norms start early and have negative effects on both genders, with nearly 1 in 5 girls experiencing child sexual abuse worldwide.

• Research shows that education can help challenge and change these harmful norms, leading to positive impacts on gender relations.

• Recognizing this, the UN recommends teaching young people about gender relations, equality, inequality, and gender-based violence within sexuality education programs.

9). How can sexual education prevent sexual abuse?

Sexual education empowers young people to prevent sexual abuse by:

• Teaching them about their rights:This knowledge helps them recognize and resist inappropriate behavior.
• Differentiating right from wrong: Children learn to identify bullying and violence as unacceptable behaviors.
• Understanding consent and boundaries: Adolescents learn about consent as essential for healthy relationships.
• Empowering them to act:They are taught how to react to abuse, stop it, and seek help.

By equipping young people with knowledge and skills, sexual education reduces their vulnerability to abuse and empowers them to protect themselves.

10). What is the impact of abstience-based programme?

Impact of Abstinence-Only Programs vs. Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE)

Abstinence-Only programs:

• Ineffective in preventing early sexual activity and risky behavior.
• Potentially harmful to young people’s sexual and reproductive health.

Comprehensive sexuality education (CSE):

• Prepares young people for potential intimate relationships, including sexual activity.
• Associated with later onset of sexual activity.
• Reduces risky sexual behaviors and sexually transmitted infections.
• Increases contraception use.

CSE offers a more effective and comprehensive approach to sexual health education than abstinence-only programs.

Source:It is adobed from WHO and it can be found  https://www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answers/item/comprehensive-sexuality-education