General Sex Education
DISCLAIMER: The following resources is a non-exhaustive list of possible resources to learn more about sexual health and sex education. Engaging with these resources is NOT a substitute for formal consultation or ongoing continuing education in the area of sexual health and sex education. The SIG reminds readers to practice within their scope of competence.
Guidance Document
National Sex Education Standards (US)
International Technical Guidance on Sexuality Education (Global)
Framework for Core Competencies of Sexuality Educators (Europe)
Professional Learning Standards for Sex Education (North America)
Standards for Sexuality Education in Europe (Europe)
Guidelines for Comprehensive Sexuality Education (US)
Books:
Amazing You: Getting Smart About Your Private Parts
S.E.X. (2nd Ed) The all-you-need-to-know sexuality guide to get you through your teens and twenties
Wait, What? A comic book guide to relationships, bodies, and growing up
Internet Resources:
Sex Information & Education Council of Canada – downloadale resources
Questions and Answers: Gender Identity in Schools
Questions & Answers: Sexual Orientation in Schools
Questions & Answers: Sexual Health Education for Youth with Physical Disabilities
Options for Sexual Health (Vancouver)
Alberta Society for the Promotion of Sexual Health (ASPSH)
Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights