by Tosha | Jun 8, 2025 | Uncategorized
2SLGBTQ+ youth face greater risk for disconnection in schools, at work, and at home. Caregivers and trusted adults can make these spaces more inclusive and welcoming by creating affirming environments for 2SLGBTQ+ youth. The Current Environment for 2SLGBTQ+ Youth A...
by Tosha | Apr 6, 2025 | Uncategorized
In March, we hosted a launch event for the Central Oklahoma Teen Pregnancy Prevention Collaboration five-year Strategic Plan, Forward Together. And WOW, what an event! We want to thank everyone who joined us on March 21st to celebrate this bold new vision for the...
by Tosha | Mar 6, 2025 | News, Uncategorized
In the realm of adolescent sexual health, data collected from the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance (YRBS) Survey is widely used to determine grant objectives, education goals, program development, and more. Many organizations like ours and other members of the...
by Tosha | Feb 6, 2025 | Uncategorized
As caregivers, we strive to protect our children from harm and prepare them for the challenges they may face in life. One crucial topic that often goes undiscussed is interpersonal violence. Having open conversations about this issue can equip youth with the knowledge...
by Tosha | Jan 8, 2025 | Uncategorized
How do Oklahoma sex educators handle values-based questions in the classroom? Carefully. Very carefully. When sexual health educators teach in the classroom, there are always going to be values-based questions from students. Examples of values-based questions...
by Tosha | Dec 4, 2024 | Uncategorized
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a serious problem in Oklahoma, and testing can help combat this. When someone knows their STI status, which they can only be certain about through testing, it can help them prevent spreading the infection to a partner. When...
