Sexual health lecture
As in many countries, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unwanted pregnancies are a concern in Estonia, and they stem largely from young people not knowing enough. The situation has improved over the years, but that is no reason to rest: STIs are spreading again in Europe, and keeping sexual education good helps prevent a return to the situation of a couple of decades ago.
The Estonian Medical Students’ Association has been giving sexual health seminars since 1998, so there is a great deal of experience behind them. We use engaging interactive methods to keep students involved — nobody gets bored.
The seminar is led by two young lecturers who have completed thorough training following the recommendations of the Estonian Sexual Health Association. Our lecturers can stay neutral on any topic and answer even the most sensitive questions. The seminars suit students in years 7–12, but topics can always be combined so that younger or older students find them interesting too.
What is covered
Core topics, covered in every lecture:
- Anatomy, including changes during puberty
- Contraception
- Sexually transmitted infections — this block includes instruction in condom use, which participants can practise on a model
Additional topics, up to two of which can be chosen:
- Love and relationships
- The first time and readiness for a sexual relationship
- The choices that come with an unwanted pregnancy, including abortion
- Consent in relationships
- Sexual and intimate partner violence
- Pleasure, arousal, orgasm
- Sexuality and the internet
- Gender and sexual identity
The lecture in brief
- Duration: 90 min
- Price for companies: €140
- Price for educational institutions: €90
- Travel costs are added outside Tartu
- Group size: maximum 30 people
Organising workgroup: Sexual Health workgroup