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Tag: Sex Education

0 Culture Education

Other Positions Are Possible

Bonjour Chai · 19 Jul

The podcast delves into the impact and legacy of sex education figures Dr. Ruth Westheimer and Richard Simmons, exploring their influence and the evolution of sexual openness in Jewish communities and beyond.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

Other Positions Are Possible

Bonjour Chai · 19 Jul

The episode discusses the recent passing of sexual education pioneer Dr. Ruth Westheimer and explores her enduring influence on public sex education within Jewish and broader communities.

0 Education Jewish Law

A Modern Orthodox high school wants to end taboos around sex education

Micole Friedman in JTA · 8 May

SAR High School in Riverdale, New York is challenging taboos around sex education in Modern Orthodox high schools by introducing a Jewish Sexual Ethics course that combines Jewish values with open discussions on safe sexual practices.

0 History Politics

Jewish Life Stories: A much-banned kids’ book author, a neo-Hasidic Deadhead, the Jewish father of the artificial Christmas tree

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 14 Feb

This article discusses the lives and legacies of several individuals in the Jewish community.

0 Education Communities

Let’s talk schools: how will new Ofsted boss respond to clamour for reform?

Simon Rocker in Jewish Chronicle · 12 Jan

Sir Martyn Oliver, the new chief inspector of Ofsted, has put inspections on hold to provide additional training for staff on the impact of inspections on teacher well-being.

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Dr. Ruth still has plenty to say about your sex life

BCohen in Forward · 14 Sep 2023

Renowned sex therapist Dr. Ruth Westheimer, now 95 years old, continues to stay busy with various projects and still enjoys discussing matters of sex.

0 Education Gender/Identity

Ofsted: 'All Jewish schools can achieve a good ranking'

Jewish Chronicle · 16 Jul 2023

Ofsted believes that all Jewish schools have the potential to achieve a good rating, emphasizing the importance of striking a balance between respecting faith values and complying with government equality legislation, including teaching about LGBT+ issues.

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Survey: Jews are the most accepting group toward trans people

Adam Kovac in Forward · 8 Jun 2023

According to a recent survey conducted by the Public Religions Research Institute, Jews in America are the most accepting religious group towards transgender people.

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Beyond Abstinence

Maggie Phillips in Tablet · 19 Sep 2022

The article discusses the role of sex education in public schools and the usual focus on abstinence-only curricula.

0 Gender/Identity Education

Sex and the Religious Girl

Yona Rose in Tablet · 12 Mar 2018

A woman from an Orthodox Jewish background reflects on her experiences with sexuality and intimacy, highlighting the challenges faced by religious girls in discussing these topics due to societal taboos and restrictions.