Meet Jessica from the Sex Information & Education Council of Canada (SIECCAN), who joins CARE Canada’s Youth Champions to discuss sex education across the country. As a research specialist, Jessica has developed national guidelines and collected youth views on sex education in Canada. She provides insight into the topics covered in Canadian schools, and gaps that still exist. She shares how to improve sex education so it is comprehensive and inclusive. The group explores the meaning of intersectionality, incorporating the views and needs of underrepresented groups, and youth engagement in sex ed curriculums. A variety of intriguing research findings are shared.

*SHE SOARS, funded by Global Affairs Canada, is the Sexual and reproductive Health and Economic empowerment Supporting Out-of-school Adolescent girls’ Rights and Skills project. Learn more at: https://care.ca/shesoarsproject

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in the SHE SOARS podcast are the speakers’ own and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, standards and policies of CARE Canada. The SHE SOARS podcast is a youth-led initiative that provides space for young people to discuss global Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights with the purpose of raising awareness in Canada. Listeners acknowledge that the material and information presented in the podcast are for informational purposes only and do not constitute advice or services. The podcast is for private, non-commercial use and speakers do not necessarily reflect any organization they work for.