Safer sex

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6th National survey of Australian secondary students and sexual health (2018)

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Australia
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gender diversity
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safer sex
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sexting
sexual diversity
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The 6th National Survey of Secondary Students and Sexual Health was carried out in 2018 and involved over 6000 Year 10, 11 and 12 students from the Government, Catholic and Independent school systems from every jurisdiction in Australia.

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7th National survey of Australian secondary students and sexual health (2021)

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Australia
adolescence
gender diversity
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online
safer sex
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sexting
sexual diversity
sexual health
STIs and BBVs

The 7th National Survey of Secondary Students and Sexual Health was carried out in 2021 and involved over 6000 Year 10, 11 and 12 students from the Government, Catholic and Independent school systems from every jurisdiction in Australia.

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AMAZE relationships and sexuality education videos

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International
bodies
body image
consent
contraception
emotional literacy
gender diversity
intimate relationships
mental health
online
puberty
reproduction
safer sex
sexual diversity
sexual health
STIs and BBVs

2 - 3 minute videos by AMAZE covering a variety of topics including puberty, mental health, sexual health, sexual identity, gender identity, etc. These videos are created in America so some of the terminology used may be different to that in Australia.

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AMAZE relationships and sexuality education videos - translations

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bodies
body image
consent
contraception
emotional literacy
gender diversity
intimate relationships
mental health
online
puberty
reproduction
safer sex
sexual diversity
sexual health
STIs and BBVs

2 - 3 minute videos by AMAZE covering a variety of topics including puberty, mental health, sexual health, sexual identity, gender identity, etc. Translated into different languages. (These videos are created in America so some of the terminology used may be different to that in Australia(.

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Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society

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Australia
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A centre for social research into sexuality, health and the social dimensions of human relationships based at La Trobe University, Melbourne.

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Dr Yes

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LGBTI
puberty
reproduction
safer sex
sex education
sexual diversity
sexual health
STIs and BBVs

The Australian Medical Association of Western Australia (AMA WA) Dr Yes project sends specially trained volunteer medical students into high schools to have frank, open discussions on topics concerning youth health including sexual health. Enquiries can be made through dryes@amawa.com.au

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Face the facts briefing: Young Australians and sexual health (2014)

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Australia
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A brief overview of current knowledge about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among young Australians. Outlines the role of education and social marketing in reducing the prevalence of STIs (May, 2014).

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From ‘no means no’ to ‘an enthusiastic yes’: Changing the Discourse on Sexual Consent Through Sex and Relationships Education

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This book chapter presents findings from research with young people in England about their understandings of sexual consent. The study was carried out on behalf of the Office of the Children’s Commissioner, as part of their two year inquiry into sexual exploitation in the contexts of gangs and groups.

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Get the Facts - 'Laugh and Learn' videos

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law
media literacy
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puberty
safer sex
sexting
sexualisation
STIs and BBVs

Check out the Get the Facts 'Laugh and Learn' series of videos on the Get the Facts website. Designed to make young people laugh while they learn about puberty, condoms, BBVs and keeping safe in sexual situations.

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HIV - What it means to have HIV

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5.45min animation showing HIV from point of diagnosis to treatment and how to stay healthy.

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How to use a condom

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An animation from the Get The Facts website demonstrating how to use a condom correctly.

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Kaiyai Girl

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Kaiyai Girl is a teaching resource for use with students in early adolescence through to early adulthood. It tackles the issues of drug and alcohol use and its impact on decision-making and personal control.

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Let's talk about sex

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adolescence
bodies
contraception
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intersex variations
intimate relationships
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online
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reproduction
safer sex
sex education
sexting
sexual diversity
STIs and BBVs

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Biological and psychological information about sex: from puberty and conception to birth control and STIs, including sections on the body, families and babies, and sexual health. New edition includes expanded information on internet, texting safety, contraception and LGBT.

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Let's Yarn!

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Western Australia
adolescence
intimate relationships
multicultural
protective behaviours
safer sex
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STIs and BBVs

Let’s Yarn! has been developed to make it easier for educators, parents and health professionals to talk to young Aboriginal people about ways of developing strong, safe and healthy relationships. The website brings together useful resources developed by WA Health and other government and non-government agencies around Australia.

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Parent-adolescent sexual communication and adolecent safer sex behavior: a meta-analysis

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An article describing the importance of parent-adolescent communication to reduce risky sexual behaviour in young people.

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Perceptions and Experiences of First Sexual Intercourse in Australian Adolescent Females

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STIs and BBVs

This article aims to better understand the factors that influence the initiation of first intercourse among adolescent females and to explore the context in which this occurs.

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Queensland Health animations about sexual health

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Australia
bodies
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Animated videos on sexual health topics produced by Queensland Health.

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Reachout.com

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adolescence
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multicultural
online
safer sex
sexting
sexual diversity

Information, support and resources to help young people improve their understanding of mental health issues, develop resilience, and increase their coping skills and help-seeking behaviour.

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Relationships, sex and other stuff

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Western Australia
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A WA Department of Health booklet for teenagers addressing friends and relationships, sex and pregnancy.

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Sex Ed Rescue

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Sex Ed Rescue is run by Cath Hakanson, a sex educator who helps parents to get the knowledge, skills and confidence to have conversations with their children about sex and relationships. This site offers videos, resources, books reviews, and a free 5 day sex ed bootcamp. Sex Ed Rescue also have a parent Facebook Group that offers opportunities for parents to seek feedback on specific topics and scenarios.

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