SIECCAN works with educators, health professionals, community organizations, governments, and other partners to promote the sexual and reproductive health of Canadians. The Sex Information and Education Council of Canada (SIECCAN) is a registered not-for-profit charitable organization that was formed in 1964. SIECCAN works with educators, health professionals, community organizations, governments, and other partners to promote the sexual and reproductive health of Canadians. A core objective of SIECCAN is to increase the capacity of educators and institutions that deliver education and healthcare to Canadians to provide comprehensive sexual health education. Our Priorities Current key priorities for SIECCAN include the development, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive sexual health education focused on: Marginalized youth including those with disabilities, diverse sexual orientations and gender identities, and ethno-cultural minority youth; The prevention of sexual and gender-based violence; Media literacy and technology; Prevention of sexually transmitted infections. The development of evidence-based sexual health education resource materials to support educators, health professionals, parents/caregivers and communities to provide accurate and effective high-quality sexual health education is a high priority for SIECCAN. CJHS Canadian Guidelines for Sexual Health Education for educators and policymakers Questions & Answers Our Work SIECCAN develops and disseminates comprehensive sexual health education resources for educators, health professionals, and the public; conducts research on sexual health; and publishes the Canadian Journal of Human Sexuality (CJHS). Who We Are We are an interdisciplinary team of sexual health educators, researchers, and resource developers specializing in policy consultation and the development of evidence-based sexual health education materials. Our Personnel Alex McKay, PhD (he/him) Executive Director Alex joined SIECCAN in 1989 as a Research Assistant. Since 2016, he has been Executive Director and Managing Editor of SIECCAN’s Canadian Journal of Human Sexuality. Jocelyn Wentland, PhD (she/her) Director of Operations Jocelyn joined SIECCAN in 2015 as a Research Associate. Jocelyn examined women's sexuality and definitions of casual sex relationships in her graduate research. Jocelyn oversees SIECCAN's various projects. Jessica Wood, PhD (she/her) Director of Research & Policy Development Jessica joined SIECCAN in 2018 as a Research Specialist. Jessica conducts research and develops sexual health education resources for educators and policy makers. Her research has focused on the sexual health of youth, women, LGBTQ+ people, and people in multi-partner relationships. Yi Wen Shao, MPH (she/her) Project Manager Yi Wen joined SIECCAN in 2022 as a Project Coordinator. Yi Wen completed her graduate studies in public health with a focus on social and behavioural health sciences (health promotion). She oversees SIECCAN's Enhancing Effective Sexual Health Promotion with Autistic and Disabled Youth project. Ada Madubueze, MSc (she/her) Gender-Based Violence Sexual Health Promotion Specialist (on leave) Ada joined SIECCAN in 2022 as a Project Coordinator. She has a graduate degree in epidemiology with a research focus on perinatal, sexual, and reproductive health. She oversees SIECCAN's GBV Prevention within Sexual Health Education Project. Sophia Greene, MA (they/them) Project Manager Sophia joined SIECCAN in 2022 and works as the Sexual Health Education Coordinator. They are coordinating the Boys and Consent project and work across all other projects. Sophia is a certified Sexual Health Educator and their graduate research focused on embodied resistance to patriarchy and colonialism. Arlette Ibrahim, MPH (she/her) Project Manager Arlette joined SIECCAN in 2024 as a Project Coordinator. She completed graduate studies in public health with a focus in global health, particularly concerning menstrual hygiene management. Arlette is a part of the Newcomer Health and Autistic youth, Boys and Consent projects. Madison Giles, PhD (she/her) Project Manager Madison joined SIECCAN in 2024 as a Project Manager. Madison's research focuses on sexual health equity for groups who experience marginalization, including disabled, 2SLGBTQIA+, and Indigenous youth. Madison oversees SIECCAN’s Enhancing Effective Sexual Health Promotion with Autistic and Disabled Youth and Gender-Based Violence Prevention within Sexual Health Education projects. Alonso Gainza, (he/him) Knowledge Translation/Project Coordinator Alonso joined SIECCAN in 2024 working within Knowledge Translation for SIECCAN. He has a BA in Psychology from UBC and has previously worked in different areas of health research, including Sexual and Reproductive Health, Psychological Research, and Exercise Science. Alonso is supporting various SIECCAN projects, in addition to coordinating SIECCAN’s Knowledge Translation activities. Board of Directors Stephen Holzapfel, MD CCFP FCFP Medical Director, Sexual Medicine Counselling Unit/Department of Family & Community Medicine/Women’s College Hospital Associate Professor, Department of Family & Community Medicine and Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto Chair Josephine Pui-Hing Wong, RN, PhD Professor, Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing, Faculty of Community Services, Toronto Metropolitan University Cross Appointment, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto Adjunct, Graduate Program in Environmental Studies, York University Toronto Metropolitan Center for Immigration and Settlement, Toronto, ON Treasurer Ann Barrett Sexual Health Educator (Retired), Toronto Public Health, Toronto, ON Director Lori A. Brotto, PhD, R Psych Professor, Faculty of Medicine | Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
 Executive Director, Women’s Health Research Institute | Canada Research Chair in Women’s Sexual Health/The University of British Columbia | Diamond Health Care Centre, Vancouver, BC Director E. Sandra Byers, Ph.D., L. Psyc., FRSC Professor Emerita, Department of Psychology, University of New Brunswick Executive Director, Council of Canadian Departments of Psychology Director William A. Fisher, PhD, FCAHS Distinguished Professor Emeritus/Adjunct Research Professor, Department of Psychology
 Adjunct Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Western University, London, ON Director Yonah Krakowski, MD, FRCSC Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto
 Transition Related Surgical Program, Women’s College Hospital
Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, ON Director Rob McEwan EVP, Health National Lead, ChangeMakers, Toronto, ON Director Eugene Nam Patient Engagement Lead, HIV Medical Affairs, Gilead Sciences, Toronto, ON Director Uzma Rehman, Ph.D. Associate Professor, Psychology, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON Director Our Expertise Sexual health education/promotion Sexual health education/promotion content and resource development for professional, student, and public audiences Research design, implementation, and results dissemination Sexual health policy development Our Partnerships and Collaborations We are committed to building on existing partnerships and establishing new partnerships and collaborations based on shared objectives. Our Principles SIECCAN developed Core Principles of Comprehensive Sexual Health Education (page 22 of the Canadian Guidelines for Sexual Health Education ) that reflect our organizational values and inform our work. The Core Principles state that comprehensive sexual health education: Is accessible to all people inclusive of age, race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, STI status, geographic location, socio-economic status, cultural or religious background, ability, or housing status. Read our Anti-Racism Statement Promotes gender equality and the prevention of sexual and gender-based violence. Promotes human rights including autonomous decision-making and respect for the rights of others.

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SIECCAN is thrilled to launch 7 brand-new educational resources designed to help empower youth with physical disabilities with essential sexual health knowledge!   These information sheets cover the following key topics: Communicating consent Dating Building positive sexual esteem Birth control Protecting yourself from abuse Cervical cancer Pregnancy & physical disability   Who are these for? Youth with physical disabilities – for independent learning or with support from a trusted person. Non-disabled youth – to foster inclusivity and gain insight into important sexual health topics. Families & service providers – to facilitate meaningful discussions and support.   The information sheets were co-created with youth with physical disabilities in order to reflect their lived experiences and diverse perspectives.   Get the information sheets in English & French here!   Stay connected! Follow us on Instagram , BlueSky , and LinkedIn for more updates. NOUVELLES RESSOURCES CAPTIVANTES! Feuillets d’information sur la santé sexuelle pour les jeunes ayant un handicap physique   Le CIÉSCAN est heureux de publier sept nouvelles ressources éducatives pour autonomiser les jeunes ayant un handicap physique, grâce à des connaissances essentielles sur la santé sexuelle!   Ces feuillets d’information portent sur les sujets clés suivants : Communiquer le consentement Les dates Développer une estime sexuelle positive La contraception  Te protéger contre la maltraitance Le cancer du col de l’utérus  La grossesse et le handicap physique   À qui s’adressent ces feuillets? Jeunes ayant un handicap physique – pour un apprentissage autonome ou avec le soutien d’une personne de confiance. Jeunes non handicapé-es – pour favoriser l’inclusion et découvrir d’importants sujets liés à la santé sexuelle. Familles et prestataires de services – pour faciliter les discussions et le soutien.   Ces feuillets d’information ont été élaborés en collaboration avec des jeunes ayant un handicap physique, afin de refléter leurs expériences vécues et leurs perspectives diversifiées.    Accédez aux feuillets d’information en français et en anglais ici!   Restez connecté-e! Suivez-nous sur Instagram , BlueSky et LinkedIn pour plus de mises à jour. NOUVELLES RESSOURCES CAPTIVANTES! Feuillets d’information sur la santé sexuelle pour les jeunes ayant un handicap physique

2024 was a busy year for us over here at SIECCAN! We are thankful to our network of health care professionals and all of your support. Last year we released:  Benchmarks for Effective Comprehensive Sexual Health Education in Canada and Consultation Report Issue Brief: Survey Indicates Strong Support for Publicly Funded Sexual and Reproductive Heath Services Three Infographics on HPV and the HPV Vaccine I'm a millennial woman: Should I get vaccinated for HPV? The HPV Vaccine: Men, it's about time!  For Trans and Non-binary people, the HPV vaccine can enhance autonomous control of sexual health. Educator Guide: Gender-Based Violence Prevention within School-Based Comprehensive Sexual Health Education  Sexual Health Education GBV Prevention Portal Sexual Health Promotion with Disabled Youth toolkit Canadian Guidelines for Sexual Health Promotion with Disabled Youth ( full version  and  easy read version ) Sexual Health Promotion: A Guide for Service Providers Working with Disabled Youth 2 information sheets for disabled youth:  Disability and Sexual Activity  and  Setting and Maintaining Boundaries  2 new educational videos for youth with physical disabilities:  Setting and maintaining boundaries in different relationships and  Navigating disability and dating 2 New Sexual Health Tools Inclusive Sexual Health Assessment: A Guide for Healthcare Providers Condoms Are a Good Choice to Protect Sexual Health Infographic Open Access Article from the Canadian Journal of Human Sexuality:  “This is Killing Me. Please Let Me Leave”: Trans and Non-Binary Youth and Sexual Health Education in Alberta 2024 était une année bien remplie pour nous ici au CIÉSCAN ! Nous sommes reconnaissants à notre réseau de professionnels de la santé et de tout votre soutien. L’année passée, nous avons publié : Un guide à l’intention des personnes enseignantes : la prévention de la violence fondée sur le genre dans l’éducation complète à la santé sexuelle en milieu scolaire Prévention de la VFG dans l’éducation à la santé sexuelle portail Points De Repère Pour Une Éducation Efficace Et Complète En Matière De Santé Sexuelle  et  Rapport Sommaire Des Consultations Trousse D’outils Pour La Promotion De La Santé Sexuelle Auprès Des Jeunes Handicapé-es Lignes directrices canadiennes pour la promotion de la santé sexuelle auprès des jeunes handicapé-es  ( version intégrale  et  lecture simplifiée ) Promotion de la santé sexuelle : un guide à l’intention des prestataires de services travaillant avec de jeunes handicapé-es  2 feuillets d’information pour les jeunes handicapé-es :  Handicap et activité sexuelle  et  Établir et maintenir des limites 2 nouvelles vidéos éducatives pour les jeunes handicapé-es:  Établir et maintenir des limites dans différentes relations  et  Gérer le handicap et les « dates »

Emile Maine, Teresa Hardy, and Kristopher Wells MacEwan University, Edmonton, Alberta This qualitative research study is among the first to explore the sexual health education experiences of trans and non-binary (TNB) youth in Alberta and highlights critical gaps and successes found within their formal and non-formal educational environments. TNB youth highlighted how they want access to sexual health education that does not contribute to stigma and shame and is more inclusive of their unique identities and sexual health needs. Key recommendations include prioritizing inclusive 2SLGBTQ+ education and training for teachers, shifting away from cisnormative understandings of sexual health, increasing visibility and representation of non-cishet bodies and experiences in the classroom and media, and prioritizing and including specific TNB information in sexual health curricula that is evidence-based and accessible to all students.