New syllabus for sex education in the offing

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COLOMBO (Daily Mirror) - In a significant move to address the rising concerns of child abuse, the government is mulling a new syllabus for sex education in schools.

A senior official from Parliament told Daily Mirror that initial discussions in this regard were held at the Parliamentary Caucus for Children.

According to the official, the syllabus will be specifically tailored for different age groups starting from preschool, aiming to provide children with proper knowledge and understanding of important topics.

Meanwhile, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive sex education, President of Parliamentary Caucus for Children MP Rohini Kumari Wijerathna emphasized that numerous problems have arisen due to a lack of proper education in this area.

By introducing the new syllabus, authorities hope to equip children with the necessary tools to navigate their own sexual health and relationships.

The introduction of the new sex education syllabus demonstrates a collective commitment to safeguarding children and promoting their well-being. As Sri Lanka continues to prioritize child protection, these initiatives mark a significant step forward in tackling the pressing issue of child abuse.

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KD Friday, 17 November 2023 09:13 AM

Finally! Long over due

Ram Friday, 17 November 2023 09:27 AM

Education Minister must ask Diana for advise on this matter and come to an agreement as she wants brothels and they are unsuitable for school children

Female Friday, 17 November 2023 11:57 AM

Hopefully the syllabus emphasize the importance of changing the male attitude and mentality towards women. Reading your comment womanfriendly sexeducation is very urgent.

Yukthi Gunasekera Friday, 17 November 2023 10:02 AM

I wish this initiative every success, and hope it will be implemented in full with lightning speed.

senaka Friday, 17 November 2023 01:16 PM

trigger warning for old folks, monks and priests lol, their brains are gonna itch so much unable to process

DD Friday, 17 November 2023 02:02 PM

Hooray for final year students! It's great news that a practical section is now allowed. Just jokeing..Out of jokes, Hats off to the educators and education authorities. Indeed long ovedue decision. All the best!

Binal Saturday, 18 November 2023 06:46 AM

Hope on the pretext of sex education they don't try to brain wash the kids saying that there are no males or females and sex differ nces don't exist but anyone can thinks and consider himself to be a woman or a man

Roisin Saturday, 18 November 2023 06:21 PM

You sound very brainwashed.

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