There were some examples of schools using resources which were outdated
Relationships and sexuality education in Northern Ireland's schools in does not meet human rights standards to which government is bound.It comes just days after the UK Government introduced legislation to ensure that school pupils in Northern Ireland receive age-appropriate information about access to contraception and abortion services.
The department will also be under a statutory duty to make regulations about the circumstances in which at the request of a parent, a pupil may be excused from receiving that education, or specified elements of that education. During the investigation independent expert analysis of evidence provided by schools, external providers, and public authorities found that there are some positive examples of post-primary schools providing comprehensive and scientifically accurate relationships and sexuality education .
“It also has an important role to play in preventing abuse and violence against women and girls and promoting gender equality. The report recommends amending the law to make age-appropriate, comprehensive and scientifically accurate education on sexual and reproductive health and rights, covering prevention of early pregnancy and access to abortion, a compulsory component of the curriculum for young people, and monitor its implementation, in line with the CEDAW recommendation.
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