1. Sex education (netflix)
Netflix’s Sex Education has some fantastic ‘teachable moments’. In the iconic '“It’s My Vagina” scene, typical victim blaming and slut shaming responses to someone’s nudes being leaked are turned on their head, in a show of solidarity with the victim of image-based sexual abuse.
In another episode, the importance of communication for pleasurable sexual experiences is explored when Steve asks Aimee, “tell me what YOU want”.
2. the gender unicorn
The Gender Unicorn is a resource created by Trans Student Educational Resources, a ‘youth-led organization dedicated to transforming the educational environment for trans and gender nonconforming students through advocacy and empowerment’.
Check out their website for fantastic educational resources, information, activities and more!
3. frizz kid
Check out artist Hana's amazing Instagram, Tumblr and buy through Red Bubble.
4. the sex and history project
The award-winning project Sex & History 'uses objects from the past to open up discussions with young people about urgent issues such as consent, body image, pornography and gender identity.'
'Exploring different cultural attitudes takes us outside ourselves and our everyday concerns, brings fresh eyes to our own ideas but also shows us that sex is nothing new and it’s OK to talk about it.'
5. bbc three things not to say
There are heaps of these great short videos, including “Things Not To Say to people who don’t have sex”, “Things Not To Say to women at work”, “Things Not To Say to someone who wears a veil”, and more!
6. agenda wales
AGENDA is an amazing 'free online toolkit developed with young people for young people. It supports them in how they can safely and creatively challenge gender inequalities and oppressive gender norms, both of which are the root cause and consequence of violence against girls and women, homophobia and transphobia.
AGENDA has equality, diversity, children's rights and social justice at its heart, and supports young people's rights to speak out and engage as active citizens on issues that matter to them.
It includes a wide range of activities and resources, and links to further information, all designed so that 11-18 year olds can explore the issues they are interested in at their own pace.'
7. sexwise
Sexwise is a brilliant resource created by the Family Planning Association which is ‘here to give you honest advice about contraception, pregnancy, STIs, and pleasure’ - and it does just that! Visit the site here.
8. SHARE THIS! iMAGE BASED BULLYING. SO NOT OK.
An Australian campaign but with messages applicable everywhere, this collaborative project between the Supre Foundation and the Alannah & Madeline Foundation aims to take a stand against image based bullying.
The project includes a free, downloadable booklet for young people which defines image-based bullying, ethical sexting and signs of a respectful relationship.
9. ways to change the world: jameela jamil
In Channel 4’s podcast Ways to Change the World, the amazing Jameela Jamil explains the motivation behind her ‘I Weigh’ campaign, discussing body image, the importance of representation on screen, and the impact of social media.
10. Squish squash squelch
Blog run by our very own Reproductive and Sexual Health Lead, Dr Emma Chan. Featuring fab RSE activity ideas, including Emma’s lovely Contraception Top Trumps.
11. amaze
AMAZE (www.amaze.org) is a brilliant online sex education resource for young adolescents. The website and Youtube channel has loads of great videos, as well as advice for parents and educators.
12. Formed films
ForMed Films makes animated films and illustrations to help people better understand medical and health issues. Check out the website for films about Cervical Screening, Perinatal Positivity and more.
Below is BAFTA winning Mother of Many, a celebration of midwifery and childbirth.
13. the fsrh abortion care factsheet
The Faculty of Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare has developed an abortion care factsheet to ensure that all schools can deliver clinically accurate and up to date information on abortion. You can download the pdf for free here.
14. Childnet’s step up, speak up! teaching toolkit
The Step Up, Speak Up! Teaching Toolkit is a practical, interactive and scenario-based resource which addresses the issue of online sexual harassment amongst 13-17 year olds. This free, downloadable toolkit is comprised of 4 lesson plans with accompanying films, an audio story, workshops and an assembly presentation.
The lesson plans are comprehensive and the framework is up-to-date and intersectional.
15. mtv decoded
This sketch-comedy/vlog series presented by Franchesca Ramsey covers everything from ‘3 Reasons Being Called Exotic is NOT a Compliment’ to ‘5 Asexuality Myths Busted’ to answering the question ‘Are Drag Queens Trans?’ Neat, funny, intersectional, educational videos!
16. what it’s like to be intersex
This great video by Buzzfeed explains what it means to be intersex, and breaks down the intersecting parts of our identities.
17. how to ice your very own vulva cupcake
Our in-house illustrator Evie Karkera has put together this illustrated guide showing you how to ice a vulva cupcake! All you need is cupcakes, ready-to-roll icing and decorations of your choice.
18. Great Relationships and Sex Education, hoyle & mcgeeney
Great Relationships and Sex Education: 200+ Activities for Educators Working with Young People by Alice Hoyle and Ester McGeeney is ‘an innovative and accessible guide for educators who work with young people to create and deliver Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) programmes’.
