‘…not every young person’s experience of sex has been positive. Our goal is to support young people reach a positive sexual sense of self despite past trauma.’
For many young people in out-of-home care or justice settings, past trauma can make conversations about sexual health and relationships complex but essential. Trauma often leads to poorer health outcomes, and carers play a key role in helping young people develop a positive sexual sense of self, despite difficult histories.
This course equips carers and workers with the skills to engage young people in open, sex-positive discussions, empowering them to make safe and informed choices.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the importance of sexual health promotion in a trauma-informed context
- Support young people to build a positive sense of self and healthy relationships
- Discuss what healthy relationships look like and how to identify problems
- Provide guidance on recognising and safely exiting problematic relationships
Developed by NSW Health
