Sexual health cannot be defined, understood or made operational without a broad consideration of sexuality, which underlies important behaviours and outcomes related to sexual health According to international technical guidance on sexuality education, there is no magic date to start sexuality education The working definition of sexuality is
Sexuality and I/DD
“…a central aspect of being human throughout life encompasses sex, gender identities and roles, sexual orientation, eroticism, pleasure, intimacy and reproduction.
It is not merely the absence of disease, dysfunction or infirmity
Sexual health requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion. Looking at outcomes from various initiatives, the research recommends redesigning sexual education and health interventions to incorporate sexual pleasure considerations, including when promoting safer sex However, despite clear and compelling evidence for the benefits of. All individuals have a right to make decisions governing their bodies and to access services that support that right
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