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The Fight for Sexual Health Education

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Explore the critical need for comprehensive sexual health education in the United States through this thought-provoking TEDx talk. Compare the limited, fear-based approaches often used in American schools with France's more inclusive and empowering curriculum. Delve into the potential benefits of implementing a skills-based, legally mandated sexual health education program that could positively impact young people's well-being and decision-making abilities. Learn from Vivica E. Lewis, a sociology and global health studies student at Northwestern University, as she shares insights from her experience as a health educator, reproductive justice advocate, and sexual health education intern. Gain perspective on the importance of evolving birth control policies and their potential impact on future generations.

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The Fight for Sexual Health Education | Vivica E. Lewis | TEDxNorthwesternU


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