Mariah brings an artistic lens to nonprofit communications, along with a passion for inclusive health education and access. January 26, 2021We are just so excited to announce our newest staff member: Mariah Cowsert joins Gina and Allison in our...
Youth 360°
Welcome, Tonyé Fohsta-Lynch!
Tonyé brings a lot of energy, a commitment to centering youth voices, and multiple dimensions to her work.January 12, 2021We are stoked to welcome Tonyé Fohsta-Lynch as our newest staff member. Tonyé Fohsta-LynchSituated in the Capacity Building and Evaluation...
Fear and Loathing in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Strange memories on this nervous night near Scranton, in coal-scarred, Appalachian foothills filled with autumn color and political angstBy Nicholas Sufrinko November 2, 2020Strange memories on this nervous night near Scranton. Five years since Obergefell. Four since...
ReSHAPING Launches Partnership with Healthy Teen Network and New Website
Looking for the latest research on sexual health and adolescent parents in out of home care? We have it for you on ReSHAPING’s brand new website.By Claudette Grinnell-Davis, PhD, MS, MSWBy Bryn King, PhD, MSWOctober 27, 2020Do you know where you can find the latest...
Too Much and Not Enough
Ginsburg’s death showcases how so many members of Congress and our government branches are failing us. She was more than enough. They are nowhere near enough. By Gina Desiderio September 22, 2020It feels like too much. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg died...
What’s the Deal with Porn?
We know young people are watching porn. But, what are they learning from it? How can sex ed equip young people to make informed decisions about the porn they watch?August 27, 2020Bring up pornography in any conversation, and you may just get an awkward silence…bring...
Self-Care for Stressful Times
In the midst of a global pandemic and stressful times, we must remember that if we arent caring for ourselves, we can't keep caring for everything else. By Carol Partonen August 12, 2020It’s been quite a year, hasn’t it? A global pandemic. Political upheaval. Civil...
What am I willing to do differently to support Black lives?
Reproductive justice depends on defending the needs of women of color and other marginalized people, including trans people. Here are some individual actions that we can take to support Black lives and strive for justice in all aspects. By Ella Dorval Hall July 10,...
Healthy Teen Network Joins Over 50 Organizations in Calling for LGBTQ+ Inclusive Sex Education this Pride Month
The Sex Education Collaborative envisions a world in which all young people’s right to comprehensive, high-quality sex education is recognized and fulfilled. June 22, 2020For Immediate ReleaseBaltimore, MD — Today, Healthy Teen Network is proud to join over 50...
Today, we pause…
Racism is a persistent social toxin in our society. The ongoing and disparate impacts of racism demand our attention, now.June 2, 2020I n recognition of #BlackoutTuesday and in support of #BlackLivesMatter, we are pausing our regular communications. Today, we pause to...
Sex Education as Violence Prevention
In addition to violence prevention, comprehensive sex education is a powerful vehicle for addressing reproductive justice, gender equity, LGBTQ+ equality, and power and oppression.By Rebekah L. Rollston, MD, MPHMay 27, 2020It’s #SexEdForAll month, yet most people...
May Is Sex Ed for All Month (2020)
This preamble and call to action were developed by partners at Advocates for Youth, Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Power to Decide, SIECUS: Sex Ed for Social Change, and URGE as part of the larger Sex Ed For All Month coalition. May 4, 2020 This May, sexual...
This May, and Every Day, We Demand #SexEdForAll! For All Young People. For All Times. For All Places. (2020)
Schools might not be open during the pandemic. This doesn't mean that students should miss out on comprehensive sex education. By Gina Desiderio May 4, 2020A global pandemic, mandated stay-at-home orders, and extended periods of being isolated can shine a light on...
Sexual and Reproductive Health, Rights, and Justice Organizations Issue Call to Action for Sex Education (2020)
Over 180 groups have signed on to the #SexEdForAll Call to Action to demand funding and legislation to ensure every student receives quality sex ed.May 4, 2020 For Immediate ReleaseB altimore, MD—May is Sex Ed for All Month, an initiative spearheaded by a coalition of...
Coronavirus and the Lack of Access to Abortion
During the pandemic, many places are deeming abortion a "non essential" service. We know that abortion is essential healthcare.By Minyan Watson-FaulknerApril 16, 2020D uring the COVID-19 crisis, I have heard so many different things around what is essential or...
Help Young People Make a Game Plan for Their Health with Volt20
We wanted to create a virtual tool that educators and students love. The goal is to help young people create a plan for a healthy future.March 26, 2020Looking for a way to engage the young people you work with while maintaining social distancing? Consider using Volt20...
Influencers are Leading the Online Sex Ed Revolution!
Young people are leading in delivering quality content and health information to their peers.By Genevieve Martínez García, PhD September 22, 2020Sex education is everywhere—in schools, in clinics, in places of faith, and of course on your screen. Sex ed in digital...
Let’s See: Pulse Short-Term Impact Results
Here's what we found from our six-week short term follow-up survey.By Elizabeth Cook, Research Scientist from Child TrendsBy Nicholas Sufrinko By Milagros Garrido, MS, PMPMarch 6, 2020From 2016 to 2019, Child Trends conducted a randomized control trial with 2,317...
Healthy Teen Network Chosen as a Finalist for the Amazon Alexa EdTech Skills Challenge
We are excited to be chosen as a finalist for the Amazon Alexa EdTech Skills Challenge, even though the 2020 SXSW Edu conference has been postponed.By Milagros Garrido, MS, PMP By Genevieve Martínez García, PhD February 28, 2020Update, March 16, 2020: What’s Happening...
It’s time for sexual health to get a little bit kinky.
Here are some of the things we have learned from having conversations about sexual health with young people.By Nicholas Sufrinko February 7, 2020Washington, DC’s premier leather, kink, and fetish event known as “Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend (MAL)” concluded last...
Why do we NEED to talk about technology and sexuality?
We need to update our sex ed to address more questions about sexuality, including the role of technology.By Ella Dorval Hall January 30, 2020How are young people using technology to tend to their sexuality? How is technology shaping young peoples’ intimacy? And how do...
How to Find Housing and Services for Young People Who Are Pregnant or Parenting
We often get questions from young people who are pregnant or parenting, looking for housing and other support services. We do not provide housing or direct services, but we have put together a list of resources that may help young people find some answers.By Gina...
Education Legislation Will Empower Young People
Introduced during Sex Ed for All Month, education legislation will empower young people with information and accessMay 16, 2019For Immediate ReleaseW ashington, DC — Earlier this week, the U.S. House of Representatives introduced the Real Education for Healthy Youth...
Reproductive Health, Rights, and Justice Groups Launch Sex Ed for All Month (2019)
Key education legislation to be introduced during month of May May 1, 2019 For Immediate ReleaseW ashington, DC — Today, reproductive health and rights groups dedicated to improving sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice for all, launched Sex Ed For All...
This Earth Day, Consider a Green Sex Ed
Let's celebrate this Earth Dat with a green sex ed — a holistic appproach to well-being outcomes in addition to risk reduction.By Nicholas Sufrinko April 22, 2019I have long maintained that sex education in the United States is too science-centric, too focused on...
The Professional Learning Standards for Sex Education Are Here!
The Sex Education Collaborative is delighted to share their first product to help existing sex education teachers become more effective.By Valerie Sedivy, PhD April 15, 2019Have you ever wondered why we have student standards for sex education in schools, guidance...
Because Where We Learn Matters
Today is National Healthy Schools Day, sponsored by Healthy Schools Network to raise awareness of issues of environmental health at school.April 2, 2019Today is National Healthy Schools Day, sponsored by Healthy Schools Network to raise awareness of issues of...
Sexual & Reproductive Health Is a Social Justice Issue with Public Health Impacts #NPHW19
#NPHW19 is calling for conversations! We believe that adolescent sexual and reproductive health is a social justice issue with public health impacts.March 28, 2019Next week is National Public Health Week 2019, or #NPHW19, sponsored by the American Public Health...
How to Prioritize Your Mental Health in College: Tips from a Senior
College can sometimes be an overwhelming experience. Arsha Pinson is sharing her tips on prioritizing mental health as an undergrad senior.By Arsha PinsonMarch 21, 2019 I never imagined how fun but challenging college would be, but now being in my final semester of...
5 Tips to Help Your Child Set Good Healthcare Habits
The habits we develop when we’re young set the tone for our habits as adults. Preventative healthcare could save a lot of heartache.By Alex EislerMarch 14, 2019The habits we develop when we’re young set the tone for our habits as adults. Many of us could improve how...
Discover the magic of the Network.