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13 October 2022: Birds & Bees, the Essentials – a Workshop for Parents

September 28th, 2022 | Children and Young People, Events, News, Sexual and Reproductive Health

“I would highly recommend this excellent programme to all parents. It helps equip parents with valuable information and skill sets that lead to far-reaching benefits in our youths.”

— Dr Tan E-Ching, medical director of Hallmark Health

“I had not thought about the nuances of consent and being an ‘askable’ parent. It got me thinking… I loved how [the facilitators] were so sensitive and respectful, as this topic can be so turbulent for many people.”

— Nandini, parent and Birds & Bees participant

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Are you aware of what your child knows (and doesn’t know) about relationships and sex?

Are you avoiding such topics because “they’ve learnt about it in school already”?

Are you confident your child knows enough to handle difficult situations?

Birds & Bees: The Essentials is an experiential two-hour workshop that will equip you with the necessary information so you can plan conversations with your child on consent, relationships and sex. You never know: some of the tips may even help you and your child enjoy such conversations!

Note: This is a special, condensed version of our regular Birds & Bees workshop, which typically spans three sessions on multiple days. Learn more about Birds & Bees here.

During this workshop, you’ll learn more about:

  • Importance of parental communication (and some tips!)
  • Consent (we all know the black and white, but what about the grey areas?)
  • Sexual assault (facts vs. myths)

Date: Thursday, 13 October 2022
Time: 7:30-9:30pm
Venue: Online (Zoom)
Workshop Fee: Promotional rate of $10.70 (with GST) (Full Birds & Bees editions are priced at $20)

Register here!

Survey: After you sign up, you will be asked to complete a short pre-workshop survey about the age(s) and number of your children. This is so that parents with children of similar ages can be grouped together to that you will get the most out of the workshop.

Special instructions for online workshop: As small-group discussions are a big part of the workshop, participants are expected to switch on their video as well as audio whenever possible, and to join in the discussions for maximum benefit.

Refunds and cancellations: Unfortunately we will not be offering refunds. In exceptional circumstances, you can attend the next run of the workshop if you write in to publiceducation@aware.org.sg in advance giving your reasons.

*If you would like to join the workshop but cannot make it at this time, please fill in the indication of interest form.