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sex-education

National 6 years ago

Hijabi sex manual author appears in condom ad, internet applauds

Citra’s book was described as a set “guidelines for solehot wives”, a pun that combines the words ‘solehah’ (pious woman) and ‘hot’.

National 6 years ago

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Indonesia's youngsters turn to internet for answers on sex, reproductive health

In the absence of formal sex education at schools and homes, the digital-savvy generation has turned to the internet and social media to learn about sex and reproduction their way.

Parents 6 years ago

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Teen pregnancy film ignites conversation on sex education in Indonesia

Since its release on July 11, Dua Garis Biru (Two Blue Stripes) has found major success, becoming the country’s second-biggest box office hit, yet some parents and teachers are prohibiting teenagers from watching it, accusing the film of being inappropriate.

Entertainment 6 years ago

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Gina S. Noer defies taboo with 'Dua Garis Biru'

Gina S. Noer’s directorial debut, Dua Garis Biru (Two Blue Stripes), has ignited the conversation on sex education, which is largely unheard of in Indonesia.

Entertainment 6 years ago

'Dua Garis Biru': An enjoyable, moving coming-of-age tale

This is not a movie that neither judges nor justifies Dara and Bima's actions, but instead grounds the aftermath of this life-altering event in the emotions and psychology of the characters, including the parents.

City 6 years ago

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'Let’s talk about sex': Jakarta urges parents to introduce sex education at home

Sex education has long been considered a taboo in many families, but the city is stepping up its efforts to improve teen sexual health by encouraging parents to talk openly about sex and sexuality with their children.

Opinion 6 years ago

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Sex education, the fun way

There is very limited research on teaching sexuality education to young children at home. Especially in Indonesia, debates about the merits of introducing sexuality education to children in schools are still rare.

National 7 years ago

Agency provides health, sex education to gamers

The National Population and Family Planning Board (BKKBN) organized a video game development contest in order to deliver health and sexual education in a way that would appeal to teenagers.

National 7 years ago

Taboo prevents Indonesians from buying condoms

In big cities in Indonesia, condoms, which can be as cheap as US$1.19 a dozen, are as ubiquitous as convenience stores. Nonetheless, even with such easy access, making it the easiest form of contraception, cultural norms hamper the use of condoms.

Parents 7 years ago

How to start teaching children about sex

The taboos surrounding sex education is should be eliminated as soon as possible.

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