In her enlightening TEDx talk, educator Sharanya Ranganatha Urs makes a compelling case for why schools should incorporate comprehensive sex education into their curriculum. She argues that discussing sex openly and honestly with young people is essential in promoting sexual health and well-being.
Urs emphasizes the importance of addressing sexual topics in a non-judgmental and inclusive manner, dispelling myths and providing accurate information to young people. She explains how this approach can help reduce the stigmas surrounding sex and empower individuals to make informed decisions about their sexual health.
Furthermore, Urs highlights the link between comprehensive sex education and the prevention of sexually transmitted infections, unwanted pregnancies, and sexual violence. By equipping students with the knowledge and skills to navigate sexual relationships safely and responsibly, schools can play a crucial role in promoting healthy attitudes towards sex.
Overall, Urs’s TEDx talk sheds light on the importance of normalizing conversations about sex in educational settings and emphasizes the positive impact that comprehensive sex education can have on young people’s lives.
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Over half of young people worldwide receive inadequate information about sexuality and reproduction before the age of 18.
Sharanya Ranganatha Urs tells how her experience as an international student exposed the disparities between sex education in her native India compared to the UK.
She argues that knowledge provided through sex education isn’t just power – it’s liberation. And it’s time to break down those awkward barriers. Sharanya Ranganatha Urs is a 23-year-old Staffordshire University journalism graduate from India. Growing up in a conservative middle-class Hindu family has shaped her values and traditions, which she carries with pride.
Beyond her academic pursuits, she has aspirations to work in media and communications and dreams of becoming a news presenter. Sharanya is driven by a desire to bring a fresh perspective, blending her cultural sensitivity with a global outlook to challenge stereotypes. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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Video “Why schools should talk about sex | Sharanya Ranganatha Urs | TEDxStaffordshireUniversity” was uploaded on 06/07/2024 to Youtube Channel TEDx Talks