
girltalk
We are excited about providing young girls and women with education, choices in family planning, and social support through local programs.
Girl Talk Curriculum
Self Worth: Value One-Self, Love One Self, Respect One Self
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Self-esteem
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Who are you?
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Self-confidence and body image
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Self-respect
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Empower one another
Puberty And Menstrual Cycle: What Makes Boys And Girls Different?
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Puberty
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Physical Changes
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Emotional Changes
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Social Changes
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Gift of menstruation
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Menstrual Cycle: Explanation of cycle and reproductive system
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Explain and demonstrate how to use and care for AfriPads
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Sexual Decision Making: Sex Should Be Special Because You Are Special.
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Understanding romantic relationships
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Why you are worth waiting for (you are beautifully and perfectly made)
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Abstinence and its connection to pregnancy prevention
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Prevention of STDs/HIV
Reproduction Basics And Birth Control Options
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Fertility and the reproduction basics
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How babies are conceived and sexual intercourse
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Birth control options (demonstrate female condom, discuss implant)
Sexual Abuse And Assault:
Possible Threat Of Sexual Abuse And Rape
Your Right To Say ‘No’ When Pressured By An Adult To Engage In Intercourse
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My body - my rights
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Hints to prevent sexual assault – avoid being alone
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What to do when ask or coerced into sex. (Run and tell)
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Rape explained (it is not your fault). Tell and get tested for STDs.