Guttmacher Exchange
Where Do Young People Learn about Sexual Health?
Education Beyond the Classroom
April 7, 2009
"Where Do Young People Learn about Sexual Health? Education Beyond the Classroom" attracted more than 75 sexuality educators, health care providers, researchers, advocates, program directors, and public health and policy experts to discuss sources of sexual health information outside of school-based settings used by young people. Among the topics addressed were the Internet as a resource, innovative peer education strategies, media messaging for at-risk youth, and programs that integrate sexuality and spirituality.
Hear Rachel Jones, senior research associate with the Guttmacher Institute, discuss young people's sources of sexual and reproductive health information.
Hear Kate Ott, associate director of the Religious Institute on Sexual Morality, Justice and Healing, discuss how the faith-based community integrates sexuality with spirituality education.
Hear Jennifer Weidenbaum, associate director of Girls Incorporated, New York City, discuss the role of community-based organizations in educating young people about healthy sexuality.
Hear William Juzang, vice president of business development for MEE Productions, discuss strategies for reaching youth in under-served communities with targeted campaigns.
Hear youth discussant Elizabeth Gyori, a peer editor of Sex, Etc., respond to the panelists' presentations.
Hear youth discussant William Humphries, a peer educator with Planned Parenthood of New York City, respond to the panelists' presentations.
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