France to overhaul sex education in schools, with focus on consent and gender identity

French schools will introduce mandatory sex education classes covering topics such as consent, gender identity and online pornography from September, despite opposition from conservative groups. FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney, speaks to Kristen Barber, Associate Professor and Chair of Race, Ethnic and Gender Studies at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She says that focusing on consent from a very young age is key to combating rampant sexual abuse and advancing human rigths.

Jan 29, 2025 - 17:00
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France to overhaul sex education in schools, with focus on consent and gender identity
French schools will introduce mandatory sex education classes covering topics such as consent, gender identity and online pornography from September, despite opposition from conservative groups. FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney, speaks to Kristen Barber, Associate Professor and Chair of Race, Ethnic and Gender Studies at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She says that focusing on consent from a very young age is key to combating rampant sexual abuse and advancing human rigths.

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