Sex education: Knowledge is power for keeping kids safe

A new sex education course is in its consultation phase and now available online so parents can contribute to how it is framed

In 2009, in an all-boys community school in Cork City, I found myself assigned to teach sex education to a group of transition year boys.

I was advised by the principal that I was the only one available to teach the subject, as I was newly appointed, and he wished me the “best of luck” as he opened the door on a very loud and lively classroom. It was the last and toughest class of the day.