WiseUp South Africa

14/07/2017

This poster is an excellent resource when beginning to explain the complexity of s*xuality, especially for young people. Print it out as a poster and see your students investigate and explore their understandings of s*xuality. A must for educators!

Because Sexuality is about more than Birds and Bees.

04/05/2017

This article captures the ever-approaching and expanding gender revolution really well, while capturing the many connected but distinct constructs of gender, biological s*x and s*xual orientation.
Ever wondered what the difference between gender-fluid and agender is? This, and many other answers, are here.
And yes- some of your students in your schools and classrooms have these identities and experiences.

Parents, schools and elected officials are working to catch up and adapt to the needs of children and teens who don't fit into familiar gender categories.

12/12/2016

*CONSENT*
This article brilliantly sums up why children should be allowed to greet others in any way that works for them: hug; wave; "Hi!"; handshake.

There are MANY healthy and respectful options available and here are 7 consequences to NOT giving them that choice:

1. It Teaches Your Child That They Don’t Have Control Over Their Own Bodies
2. It Implies That You (Or Adults in General) Have the Right to Touch Your Child How They Want, When They Want
3. It Tells Them That Relatives Can’t Be Abusers
4. It Disregards Your Child’s Comfort Zone
5. It Risks Dismantling Their Natural, Healthy Sense of Stranger Danger
6. It Ignores Any Important, Subtle Cues Your Child Is Trying to Tell You
7. It Sends the Message That Hugging (Or Physical Contact in General) Is the Only Way to Show Affection or Appreciation for Another Person

On the surface, hugging seems pleasant. But disrespecting your child's bodily autonomy? Not so much. This list might really change your perspective.

27/09/2016

The need for comprehensive s*xuality & relationship education (CSRE) is explained in this brilliant video and within an African context. The evidence speaks for itself when young people are safer, healthier and more empowered because of CSRE!

An initiative that brings together policy makers, young people and civil society to strengthen s*xuality education and reproductive and s*xual health service...

17/09/2016

Thank you to these wonderful educators for making today such a success! Never stop learning because life never stops teaching.

16/09/2016

I am so lucky to be able to engage with such amazing educators. 1 workshop down 3 to go!

12/08/2016

If you are an educator, psychologist or counsellor interested in attending the upcoming s*xuality & relationship education workshops, they will take place on Saturdays from 09:00-15:00 at Roedean School in Parktown. These workshops are SACE accredited!
Please select from the dates below:

Part I: 10 September OR 17 September.
Part II: 8 October OR 15 October.

All attendees receive a light lunch, a comprehensive training manual and lesson resources. You will also receive 15 PD points.

Part I and II focus on different content and are based on international guidelines for s*xuality education.

Visit www.letswiseup.co.za or email [email protected] for more information on these workshops.

Let's WiseUp!

Sexuality and relationship education is needed in schools across South Africa. WiseUp offers teacher training, staff talks and parent talks.

20/06/2016

WiseUp's workshops are now SACE accredited and attendees receive 15 PD points!
Upcoming s*xuality and relationship education workshops, hosted in Gauteng, begin in September.
Check out our website for more information: www.letswiseup.co.za

25/02/2016

Have a browse around our new website. Let us know what you think! www.letswiseup.co.za