Importance of Sex education in schools

Sex or sexuality education is an integral part in every individual’s development but is still considered a taboo in many Indian schools. The misconception in the society that promoting sex education in schools would misguide students is  still lingering while this is the only way to teach and educate students about the right to make meaningful  choices about one’s body, advance gender equality and empower the youth.

The 31st edition of Education Today will be themed on “ Importance of Sex Education in Schools” and we will be analysing how effective education on sex and sexuality would enhance and empower the youth of our country.

Check out the features “Why sex or Sexuality Education Still Tboo in India?” by Swetha Sukumar, “Response Towards Sex Education” by Megha Elza John. And Also have an Exclusive written interview of “Importance of Sex Education in Schools” by Ms.Vishnupriya Asst. Prof, St. Teresa’s College, and An informative video about the topic by  Honey C R, , M.Sc (Psy), PGDGC, M.A (Eco), BEd. Counselling Psychologist. Also, watch the exclusive interview of actress Aswathy Sreekanth on our YouTube channel Playlist, “Celebrity Talks”.