30. Gay Sex Education (or the Lack Thereof)

In America, there has been a decrease in the number of teenagers who’ve received formalized sex education over the years. And for LGBTQ+ youth, inclusive sex education is practically nonexistent.

In this episode, we’re taking a look at the current state of sex education in America, the lack of inclusive education for LGTQ+ youth, and how we can be advocates for inclusive, formalized sex education.

Additional Resources:

• The State of Sex Education in America in 2022
• The 2019 National School Climate Survey
• Let's Talk About (Queer) Sex: The Importance of LGBTQ-inclusive Sex Education in Schools
• Including LGBT-Content in Sex Education: Four Wrong Ways (and One Right One)
• A Call to Action: LGBTQ Youth Need Inclusive Sex Education
• Planned Parenthood
• Advocates for Youth
• SIECUS