There is a large and growing body of evidence showing the effectiveness of Relationships & Sexuality Education (RSE) in improving the health and wellbeing of people of all ages, identities, and abilities. In particular, RSE that focuses on bodily autonomy, sexual rights, and healthy relationships is one of the best strategies for reducing the incidence of sexual violence in our communities.

So if it works so well, why doesn't everyone receive it? Why don't governments make it mandatory to teach RSE?

In this two-part special, I am joined by Katrina Marson, a passionate advocate who's commitment to reducing sexual violence recently led to her to a Churchill Fellowship researching RSE across the globe. When Katrina set out, her aim was to examine the topics covered in successful programs but what she found was so much more, including the necessary components from the ground up and top-down that could result in sweeping change.

This chat was so good that we just kept talking so make sure you've listened to Part One.

Taking hats off and exploring with others how their hats shape their reality provides a framework for an exploration of self, sexuality, radical intimacy, and what it truly means to be authentic.

What messy hats do you wear?

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To learn more about sexuality education and the work of Open Book Project in the community and schools visit https://www.openbookproject.com.au/

If you are a professional interested in exploring your own attitudes and values and how they impact your work you can learn more about the Deep Dive SAR (Sexual Attitudes Reassessment) at www.openbookproject.com.au/deepdivevirtual

To download Katrina's report you can view her profile https://www.churchilltrust.com.au/fellows/detail/4390/Katrina+Marson