SIECUS stands for the Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States. It is a non-profit organization that provides comprehensive, accurate, and inclusive sexuality education, information, and advocacy. SIECUS aims to ensure that individuals have access to high-quality sexual health education that promotes healthy relationships, informed decision-making, and sexual well-being.
SIECUS works to advance sexual health education and support policies that are inclusive, sex-positive, and based on scientific research. The organization believes that sexuality education should be age-appropriate, medically accurate, and culturally sensitive. SIECUS promotes comprehensive sexual education that covers a wide range of topics including anatomy, reproduction, puberty, contraceptives, consent, abstinence, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), sexual orientation, gender identity, and healthy relationships.
SIECUS provides resources, training, and support to educators, parents, and advocates in order to promote sexual health and well-being. The organization also engages in policy advocacy at the local, state, and national levels to ensure that sexuality education is prioritized and supported by government institutions.
By promoting comprehensive sexuality education, SIECUS seeks to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their sexual health, navigate relationships, and foster healthy attitudes towards sexuality. The organization promotes a sex-positive approach that values consent, diversity, and inclusivity. Overall, SIECUS is dedicated to improving the sexual health and well-being of individuals across the United States.
