Abstract
All young people are entitled to knowledge and support that protects their sexual
and reproductive health. School-based education is the most opportune setting for
young people to have equitable access to sexual and reproductive health education.
However, there is room for significant improvements in the provision of sexual and
reproductive health education globally, and a range of barriers to be addressed. The
Global Standards for Health Promoting Schools is a framework for governments, policy-makers,
and schools to ensure that all students receive sexual and reproductive health education
and support that promotes their sexual and reproductive health and overall health
and well-being. The Global Standards for Health Promoting Schools acknowledges that
school environments, partnerships, governance, policies, and resources are ultimately
influenced by government resources and policy, and that advocacy and meaningful action
across each standard is required.
Keywords
adolescents - sexual and reproductive health - education
