What is Comprehensive Sexuality Education?
Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) is much more than explaining the parts and functions of the male and female reproductive systems to students.
CSE is the process of teaching and learning about the cognitive, emotional, physical, and social aspects of sexuality. In other words, CSE deals with what it means to be a human being, and the vital role sexuality plays in the process of being human. It equips children and young people not just with knowledge, but with attitudes, skills and values.
CSE is important because we, as adults, want our children to grow up into responsible and healthy adults, who are respectful of themselves and of other people, are able to make responsible choices and have a clear sense of their own values.
CSE needs to be part of the school curriculum and delivered in an atmosphere where learning takes place, without embarrassment, and creates a space where each student feels comfortable, safe and able to ask questions. What is learnt has to be scientifically accurate, appropriate to the age and developmental level of the child, and sensitive to the local culture.
Comprehensive sexuality education can be imparted by any adult who is comfortable with the topics, is non-judgmental and allows for healthy debate and different points of view.
Parent & Caregiver Guides to Healthy Sexual Development
Understanding children’s sexual development is one of the most powerful tools for prevention, protection, and healthy growth. At DIL SE, we believe that age-appropriate, honest information helps adults respond calmly, build trust, and keep children safe.
Our Parent & Caregiver Guides are designed to support families, teachers, and caregivers in navigating questions around bodies, boundaries, emotions, and safety - without fear, shame, or confusion.
Each flyer offers:
- Age-appropriate insights into healthy sexual development
- Guidance on what is typical and what may need attention
- Simple language to help adults talk openly and safely
- Practical tips on body autonomy, consent, and personal safety
Parent & Caregiver Guides to Healthy Sexual Development
Download age-appropriate guides designed to support safe, healthy conversations about bodies, boundaries, and sexuality. All flyers are free to use and adapt under a Creative Commons licence with attribution to DIL SE.
How to Use These Guides
- Read together as caregivers before starting conversations
- Use them as conversation starters, not one-time lessons
- Share them within schools, communities, and parent groups
These flyers are free to use and adapt under a Creative Commons licence, but please credit DIL SE when sharing or modifying them. If you are a school, organisation, or community group and would like to use or adapt these materials, please contact us at cackochi@gmail.com
When adults are informed, children are safer.