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Sex Education & Health Promotion for young people, and those who work & care for them
Providing sexuality and relationships education is a rewarding and challenging task. Schools and teachers often feel the responsibility of addressing this important work, but lack confidence or resources to do it effectively. Sexual Health and Family Planning ACT (SHFPACT), a health promotion charity assisted with funding from the ACT Government, has been supporting public, private and faith-based schools in Canberra to deliver effective, relevant, accurate and responsible sexuality education since the 1970s. SHFPACT's education, health promotion & clinical services reach thousands of students in Canberra's schools each year. One of SHFPACT’s key goals is to minimise the risks and harms faced by young people. These include the risks involved in premature, unsafe or unwanted sexual activity; unwanted pregnancy, sexual violence and STI transmission. Studies consistently show that comprehensive and accurate sexuality education leads to a delay in the onset of sexual activity, or a decrease in overall sexual activity. In addition, research shows that sexuality education increases the adoption of safe sex practices by sexually active young people. Program & Curriculum Development SHFPACT supports teachers and education staff in developing effective, accurate and relevant sexuality and relationships programs for students at all year levels. We can also supply posters, postcards, stickers, safe sex packs and other resources that aid sexuality education delivered to young people. School staff can consult with SHFPACT Educators to design and evaluate their school’s sexuality and relationship education programs via phone, email or an appointment. Contact the Education & Health Promotion team on (02) 6247 3077 or email
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for more information, or to have a chat. Sessions & Workshops for Students
SHFPACT has developed a range of workshops and education sessions for students in ACT schools, ranging from Primary School through to College. Topics can include:
- Puberty
- Human Reproduction
- Relationships
- Sexual Development
- Human Sexuality & Diversity
- Gender Roles
- Decision-making & Negotiation Skills
- Reproductive Health
- Pregnancy & Pregnancy Options
- Personal Safety
- Public & Private
Activities can be tailored to small or large groups of students, and to meet the needs of the school and/or parents. Contact SHFPACT's Educaton Team for more information. Teacher Training in conjunction with the ACT Department of Education & Training (DET)
SHFPACT now provides professional development opportunities in conjunction with the ACT Department of Education & Training. Please check the “Professional Learning Calendar” on the DET website for training opportunities & dates. Sexuality & Relationships Education (Primary Schools)
This program enhances teacher’s knowledge & skills to teach students on topics of sexual health and relationships. SHFPACT Educators model positive strategies for addressing these issues with primary aged students and provides teachers with ideas for lesson plan activities and handouts via the ‘Building Better Relationships’ resource folder. Contact SHFPACT's Educaton Team for more information. Sexuality & Relationships Education (Secondary) A full-day program designed to equip teachers with the knowledge & skills to address issues including adolescent sexuality, safe sex, contraception, STIs, consent and sexual assault. Teachers are shown a variety of resources to assist with program planning and lesson ideas. Contact SHFPACT's Educaton Team for more information. Nationally Accredited Courses
SHFPACT’s ‘Introduction to Sexuality & Health’ and ‘Educating in Sexuality & Health’ offer teachers, education support staff and youth workers in schools the opportunity to gain nationally recognised qualifications. Recognition of Prior Learning or Competence is also available. Contact SHFPACT's Educaton Team for more information. Tailored Professional DevelopmentSHFPACT can tailor all training opportunities for groups of 6 teachers or more. Contact SHFPACT's Educaton Team for more information. Parent & Carer EducationSexual Health & Family Planning ACT (SHFPACT) supports school communities by providing parents and carers with engaging, interactive presentations that cover the rationale for comprehensive sexuality education delivered within their children’s school. SHFPACT can also provide information about effective communication with their children about relationships, sexuality and reproductive issues, as well as resources, to support sexuality education in the home. Feedback received from parents who attend school-based SHFPACT Information Evenings is consistently positive. Contact SHFPACT's Educaton Team for more information. Bookshop, Library & Resource CentreSHFPACT’s Library & Resource Centre is a specialist, comprehensive collection of reference materials, lesson plans, education kits, videos & other resources on sexuality and reproductive health topics. Becoming a member and borrowing items is easy and affordable - or you can choose to purchase titles from SHFPACT’s Bookshop. Contact SHFPACT's Educaton Team for more information.
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