Basics
- InnerBody – an interactive map of human anatomy
- “Defining Sexual Health”, World Health Organization
- Planned Parenthood’s “All About Sex”
- Frequently Asked Questions regarding Sexual Health for Junior High
- amaze.org – “real info in fun, animated videos that give you all the answers you actual want to know about sex, your body, and relationships”
- bedsider.org – comprehensive information about birth control and contraception
- Planned Parenthood’s “All About Consent”
- “Consent: It’s Simple as Tea” (Copyright ©2015 Emmeline May and Blue Seat Studios)
For Teens & Parents
- Healthy Teen Network – promoting “better outcomes for adolescents and young adults” through tools, training, and information
- We R Native – cultural, health, and relationship resources; “Ask Auntie” Q&A portal
- Columbia University’s “Go Ask Alice” Q&A portal
- ScarletTeen – “inclusive, comprehensive, supportive sexuality and relationships info for teens and emerging adults”
- AfraidtoAsk.com – a portal for medical Q&A and information
- Planned Parenthood’s “The Parent Buzz Newsletter”
- KidsHealth for teens and parents
Trauma-Informed Healthy Relationship Resources
- SAMHSA’s Website – behavioral health resource finder, hotline information, etc.
- Resources for Resolving Violence, Inc. – services and information to end intimate partner violence
- loveisrespect – offering “support, information, and advocacy to young people who have questions or concerns about their dating relationships”
- The UNSLUT Project – “undoing the dangerous ‘slut’ shaming and sexual bullying in our schools, communities, media, and culture”
LGBTQ Resources
- “It’s Pronounced Metrosexual” – a comedy show and online resource repository regarding identity and social equity
- The Teaching Transgender Toolkit – “a facilitator’s guide to increasing knowledge, decreasing prejudice, and building skills”
- The Safe Zone Project – “a free online resource for creating powerful, effective LGBTQ awareness and ally training workshops”
- GLSEN – offering tools and information to “create safe and affirming schools for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression”
- GLAAD – using “entertainment, news, and digital media to share stories from the LGBTQ community that accelerate acceptance”
- Human Rights Campaign – the largest national lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer civil rights organization
- TRANSATHELETE.com – “a resource for students, athletes, coaches, and administrators to find information about trans inclusion in athletics”
- Videos of youth discussing gender and sexual identity
Gender Identity & Expression Resources
- The Gender Unicorn – from Trans Student Educational Resources – describing the various elements of identity, expression, and attraction
- “Killing Us Softly” (Jean Kilbourne) – examining how the media affects young women and body image
- “Dreamworlds 3” – exploring representations of gender and masculinity in music videos
- “The Bro Code” – masculinity and the influence of the media on young men
- National Geographic Special Issue: “The Gender Revolution” – includes articles and a discussion guide for teachers and parents
- The Youth & Gender Media Project – providing videos and curricula to support educators, families, and youth who want to create inclusive communities
Adolescent Brain Development
- “The Teen Brain: 6 Things to Know”
- Research Facts and Findings, “Adolescent Brain Development”
- “The Mysterious Workings of the Adolescent Brain” (Sarah-Jayne Blakemore, TED Talks)
Other Resources
- “Sex Needs a New Metaphor. Here’s one…” (Al Vernacchio, TED Talks)
- Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States – Sexuality Education State Profiles
- CDC’s Youth Risk Behavior Survey, including a 2015 nationwide report of select sexual health indicators