Barry University’s Center for Community Service Initiatives presents a Deliberative Dialogue
Comprehensive Sex Education in Florida Schools: What Should be Required?
Tuesday, February 25, 2020, from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
(5:30-7:00 p.m. advocacy opportunity)
Andreas 112 Hall
Barry University, Miami Shores
Sexual education has long been controversial in the United States. Some see sex ed. as a crucial public health strategy, while others believe minors should talk about sex with their parents, not in a school setting.
Florida school districts implement sexual education without consistency. Some districts teach young people about birth control and safe sex, while others provide an abstinence-only education, and others avoid the topic all together.
During this legislative session, the Florida Legislature will debate the idea of a uniform, comprehensive, age-appropriate, and medically accurate curriculum that will apply statewide. Is sex ed. a matter of civil rights or religious freedom? How does access to sexual education affect health and socio-economic outcomes? Is it the role of public schools to talk to young people about sex?
Join a panel of community experts, faculty, students, and alumni to explore sexual education policy in Florida.
An optional advocacy activity facilitated by New Florida Majority will take place following the dialogue, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Refreshments will be provided.
The Deliberative Dialogue Series is a Barry QEP/PSR-designated event.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Center for Community Service Initiatives
11300 NE Second Avenue, Miami, FL 33161
service@barry.edu | 305-899-3696
www.barry.edu/service