Birds & Bees: Sex* Education in Youth Work

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Birds & Bees: Sex* Education in Youth Work
As you probably know, youth work has so many faces and so many realities. You might be involved in a local youth club that happens after school, or support a group of scouts, or lead theatre workshops on weekends. You might be a leader of youth camps in summer or someone who makes possible international volunteering camps or youth exchanges. In any of these places, young people bring their excitement and worries with them. They bring their sexual beings with them as well and you need to know how to support them in the best way possible. This does not mean though you need to become an expert. However, you need to know the basics and explore further if interested in some topic of Comprehensive Sex* Education. 
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On this playlist, you find content on Comprehensive Sex* Education that is divided into eight activities according to the chapters we have developed. 
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Values, Rights, Culture

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Relationships, feelings, and emotions

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Relationships, feelings, and emotions
Starting with friendship is essential in discussing relationships as it forms a crucial foundation for deeper connections and aids in understanding one’s sexuality. Friends serve as a primary source of support and guidance for young people, influencing both positively and negatively. Exploring the role of friendships helps young individuals discern positive influences and fosters open discussions about sexuality. Additionally, delving into intimate relationships requires an examination of cultural and ethical frameworks, clarifying vocabulary like attraction, desire, and love, and understanding the emotional dimensions through exploring feelings and emotions, all crucial elements for healthy relationship development.
In this chapter, we will talk a lot about the importance of vocabulary and definitions. We, of course, offer the results of our own RESEARCH, referring to thinkers, such as Brene Brown or Bell Hooks and do not pretend to tell the ultimate truth. We aim to raise awareness of how languages shape concepts and how a deeper understanding of certain vocabulary can help avoid conflicts and can enrich our communication. 
﻿https://birds-bees.eu/chapter-3/﻿

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Relationships, feelings, and emotions
Starting with friendship is essential in discussing relationships as it forms a crucial foundation for deeper connections and aids in understanding one’s sexuality. Friends serve as a primary source of support and guidance for young people, influencing both positively and negatively. Exploring the role of friendships helps young individuals discern positive influences and fosters open discussions about sexuality. Additionally, delving into intimate relationships requires an examination of cultural and ethical frameworks, clarifying vocabulary like attraction, desire, and love, and understanding the emotional dimensions through exploring feelings and emotions, all crucial elements for healthy relationship development.
In this chapter, we will talk a lot about the importance of vocabulary and definitions. We, of course, offer the results of our own RESEARCH, referring to thinkers, such as Brene Brown or Bell Hooks and do not pretend to tell the ultimate truth. We aim to raise awareness of how languages shape concepts and how a deeper understanding of certain vocabulary can help avoid conflicts and can enrich our communication. 
﻿https://birds-bees.eu/chapter-3/﻿

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Task no.1

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Task Description:
- Read the Chapter: Relationships, feelings, and emotions﻿
- Reflect on What does LOVE mean to you? 
- Upload a Photo: Find or create a photo that represents What does LOVE mean to you? 
- Write a Short Description: Write a brief description (2-3 sentences) explaining why you chose this photo and how it represents your understanding of love.
- Submit
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Criteria for Completion:
Self-Awareness: Demonstrate a clear understanding of your personal definition of love. Reflect on how your understanding aligns with or differs from the concepts discussed in the chapter.
Relevance and Representation: Ensure that the photo you upload represents your understanding of love. The accompanying description should be concise and effectively explain the connection between the photo and your concept of love.

Task no.2

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Task Description:
- Read the Chapter:  Relationships, feelings, and emotions﻿
- Define what is Desire. Write your own definition in 2-3 sentences.
- Submit.
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Criteria for Completion:
Comprehensiveness: Your definition should reflect the key aspects of desire as discussed in the chapter.
Clarity: The definition should be clearly written and easy to understand.
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Task no.3

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Task Description:
- Read the Chapter:  Relationships, feelings, and emotions﻿
- Identify Emotions and Feelings: Reflect on the content of the chapter and list some emotions and feelings associated with:
Falling in love
Breaking up
Hearing "I love you"
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Comprehensiveness: Your list should cover a range of emotions and feelings as discussed in the chapter.
Clarity: Each emotion and feeling should be clearly listed and easy to understand.
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Complete this task to show your understanding of the differences between emotions and feelings as presented in the chapter.

Social Diversity

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Human Development

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Skills for Sexual Health and Well-being in Youth Work

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Navigating the Terrain of Youth Sexuality

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Staying Safe

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Madiba Social Cooperative Enterprise

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