#75 Guiding Principles for Delivering Relationships and Sexuality Education

#75 Guiding Principles for Delivering Relationships and Sexuality Education

Author: Sexual Health Victoria June 16, 2025 Duration: 10:39
In this episode Anne from SHV explains some key guiding principles to consider when delivering Relationships and Sexuality Education. This episode will be featured in a poster submission at the World Association for Sexual Health Conference in 2025. Resources: UNESCO Technical Guidance on Sexuality Education (2018). Victorian Curriculum, Australian Curriculum, Resilience Rights and Respectful Relationships Initiative, Victorian Sexuality and Consent Education Policy, Victorian Child Safe Standards, Victorian LGBTIQA+ Student Support Policy. Gender Spectrum. Victorian Women’s Health Atlas,  Australian Bureau of Statistics. The 7th National Survey of AUSTRALIAN SECONDARY STUDENTS AND SEXUAL HEALTH 2021

Talking about bodies, relationships, and sexuality can feel daunting, whether you're a parent, educator, or simply curious. Doing ‘IT‘ is here to make those essential conversations a little easier and a lot more informed. Created by the Schools, Community and Disability team at Sexual Health Victoria, this podcast brings expert voices directly to you, demystifying the wide world of relationships and sexuality education without judgment. Each episode delves into practical and nuanced topics-from navigating puberty and understanding consent to exploring identity and fostering safe, healthy relationships. We recognize that many adults struggle with how to start these talks with the young people in their care. That’s precisely why this resource exists: to offer clarity, evidence-based information, and a sense of shared experience. Tuning in, you’ll hear straightforward discussions that replace anxiety with actionable knowledge, helping to build a foundation for open, honest dialogue. This isn't about a single lecture; it's an ongoing conversation that evolves with life's changes. Join us on Doing ‘IT‘ for a compassionate and comprehensive guide to topics that matter deeply to everyone's wellbeing.
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