Comprehensive Sex Ed
Collected community advice on how to navigate and manage sexual and reproductive health care.
This webpage is part of a student community-engagement capstone created with the University of Rochester's Center for Community Engagement and Rochester Sexual and Reproductive Justice Taskforce. The information is based on anonymous surveys distributed to and interviews conducted with various individuals in the Rochester community. The goal of this resource is to provide support and advice from the Rochester community for the Rochester community to help navigate sexual and reproductive health resources, information, and care. Created by our very own Suzanna Rainbolt.
EducateUS So You Want To Speak Up For Sex Education Guide
Even though they are in the minority in most places, opponents of sex ed have been making a big noise at school board and other public meetings lately. That’s why your efforts to make sure public officials hear from supporters of sex education is more important than it has ever been. And that’s why Educate US has written this guide, with just the things you most need to know about how to make your moment count.
Community Action Toolkit by SIECUS
SIECUS examines state-level sex education policies across the country, carefully tracks state legislation from introduction to passage, provides assistance to individuals and organizations who are advocating for sex education in their state or community, and develops resources and materials to assist advocates in their efforts. This Community Action Toolkit is jam-packed with education and tangible action items for you advocate for your community.
National Sex Education Standards (NSES)
The National Sex Education Standards: Core Content and Skills, K–12 (Second Edition) were developed to create a national dialogue about the future of sex education and to promote the institutionalization of quality sex education in public schools.
Creating Safer Spaces in Schools for LGBTQ Youth | The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project is a national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25.
Resources for Youth-Serving Professionals | Human Rights Campaign
The Human Rights Campaign’s collection of resources for professionals, schools, and parents for creating a better world for LGBTQ+ Youth.
Healthy Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Students Project
The Safe and Supportive Schools Project promotes safe and supportive environments to prevent HIV and other sexually transmitted infections among adolescents.
Just the Facts: A Primer for Principals, Educators, and School Personnel
Just the Facts provides information and resources for principals, educators, and school personnel who confront sensitive issues involving gay, lesbian, and bisexual students.