Comprehensive Sexuality Education: Interdisciplinary Approaches for Health and Human Rights
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2025
Pages: 150
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Comprehensive Sexuality Education: Interdisciplinary Approaches for Health and Human Rights, explores Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) as a tool for advancing public health and human rights globally, tracing its evolution from fear-based approaches focused narrowly on preventing unplanned pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections to the rights-affirming, evidence-based framework it represents today.
This textbook is intended for use by undergraduate and graduate students across a range of disciplines, including but not limited to public health, medical sciences, psychology, sociology, anthropology, political science, education, pedagogy, and others. It invites learners to engage with the complexities of CSE through multiple lenses. University professors will find relevant information to enrich and deepen their global health and social science courses, while community organizations can draw on good practices for delivering impactful programs to youth and individuals at all stages of life. By exploring what CSE is, and what is not, pointing toward important questions, and identifying areas for future research, this book invites readers to reflect and improve practices in health education. This book represents the combined perspective of the authors, practitioners and researchers, who observed the profound impact that CSE has had empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their sexual health and advancing gender equity and human rights on a broader scale.
Sonia K. González, DrPH has a public health career spanning more than 25 years in the non-profit, philanthropy, higher education, and social impact sectors. Dr. González is currently an Assistant Professor of Instruction and serves as Director of the Public Health Program at The University of Texas at Austin.
Marissa Billowitz is a consultant with extensive experience in human rights program design and implementation, qualitative research, and evaluation, with a focus on gender, sexuality, youth engagement, and organizational effectiveness. Marissa holds a Master’s degree in Latin American and Caribbean Studies from New York University.
Mariana Cruz Murueta is a member of the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS) CSE Committee and an education specialist experienced in CSE research, curriculum development, and program implementation. She supports Ministries of Education in Latin America and the Caribbean in creating and delivering CSE programs for digital and in-person settings.
Joanne Navales is a public health researcher and technology professional with expertise in program evaluation, health education, and community-based health interventions. Joanne has worked across academic research and healthcare systems, applying human-centered design and health information technology to promote health equity and improve care delivery.
Gabrielle Antuna is a public health professional with extensive experience in sexual health nonprofits, healthcare, and research. Gabi’s work applies comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) principles to promote equity and inclusive care. Currently enrolled in the Harvard Premedical Program, Gabi is pursuing a career as a Physician Assistant (PA) specializing in LGBTQIA+ healthcare.