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Trauma-Informed Sexual Health Education
Description: 

We never know what traumas someone has experienced or what could trigger a trauma response for someone. As more and more research has come to show that many young people are experiencing high levels of trauma, it's essential that we work to create safer spaces for young people in schools. This includes ensuring that sex education will not become a re-traumatizing experience for survivors.This training will cover the basics of trauma, small “t” vs. big “T” trauma, and how Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can play a part in sex education. We will cover six key principles of trauma-informed sex education and work on strategies to implement in the classroom. This training will have interactive small and large group discussions and provide opportunities for participants to work through scenarios to practice principles they learned in the session. 

In this training, participants will:

  • Define trauma.
  • Review relevant and current data on trauma.
  • Examine how trauma relates to sex education.
  • Learn key principles for trauma-informed sex education.
  • Discuss concrete strategies of a trauma-informed approach in the classroom.
  • Practice applying a trauma-informed approach to sex education curriculum analysis and tailoring.
  • Share age-appropriate strategies for infusing consent into sex education.
  • Determine other preparations and next steps.
Topic(s): 
Consent and interpersonal and sexual violence
Creating an inclusive and affirming learning environment
Disclosure
Effective teaching strategies
Healthy relationships
LGBQ+ identities
Sex education in schools
Values
State(s): 
Michigan
Age Group(s): 
Grades K-2
Grades 3-5
Grades 6-8
Grades 9-10
Grades 11-12
Format: 
In person
Online
3hrs
$300
Indicator 4 (K-12): Explain the roles and responsibilities of a mandated reporter.
Indicator 5 (K-12): Explain the state- and district-mandated reporting requirements and procedures.
Indicator 1 (K-12): Demonstrate three techniques to create an inclusive and affirming learning environment. (S)
Indicator 2 (K-12): Demonstrate three strategies for creating culturally responsive classrooms. (S)
Indicator 3 (K-12): Describe three elements of a trauma-informed approach to sex education.
Indicator 4 (K-12): Demonstrate three strategies of a trauma-informed approach to sex education (e.g. giving trigger warnings before content on sexual assault and allowing students the right to pass as appropriate, etc.). (S)
Indicators
Sex Education In Schools Indicators: 
Indicator 2 (K-12): Describe state and/or district laws, policies, and standards that relate to sex education where one teaches.
Values Indicators: 
Indicator 2 (K-12): Describe how verbal and nonverbal expression of personal values, and comfort with topics related to sex education, could impact one’s teaching
Indicator 3 (K-12): Explain the importance of educators refraining from sharing their personal values when implementing sex education.
Indicator 3 (K-12): Explain the differences between positive vs. shaming approaches to teaching sex education.
Indicator 7 (K-12): Demonstrate the ability to analyze and tailor lesson plans to match the age, developmental stages, cultural backgrounds, and other identities of students. (S)
Indicator 4 (K-12): Describe three strategies for incorporating the positive and negative impacts of communicating through technology into lessons on healthy relationships.
Indicator 1 (K-12): Define consent.
Indicator 2 (K-12): Explain why consent is a fundamental right for people of all ages.
Indicator 3 (K-12): Differentiate between situations in which sexual consent is and is not present.
Indicator 4 (K-12): Identify three youth-friendly resources to assist survivors of sexual assault, abuse, incest, or domestic violence.
Indicator 6 (K-12): Explain bodily autonomy and how it relates to consent and sexual abuse prevention.
Indicator 7 (K-12): Explain the impact of childhood trauma on the decision-making and sexual health of students.
Indicator 9 (K-12): Describe three strategies to help students identify a trusted adult.
Indicator 4 (K-12): Demonstrate the use of inclusive and affirming language. (S)
Indicator 6 (K-12): Explain three ways that LGBQ+ youth are at disproportionate risk for health disparities.
Indicator 8 (K-12): Explain why it is essential to include positive portrayals of LGBQ+ people in lessons.