"Well-being is a holistic concept that focuses on children being happy, confident, and healthy in all aspects of their development."
Capable, Confident, and Curious, p. 48
SEMINAR 1
Setting the Stage
How do we promote healthy sexual development as ECEs? Assess your values and develop comfort with the topic.
SEMINAR 2
Talking the Talk
How to actually have these conversations. Focused on anatomy, privacy, and consent.
SEMINAR 3
Risk Reduction & Prevention
A discussion of play and exploration, duty to report, and risk reduction and prevention of sexualized violence.
"For children, well-being implies that they are loved, respected, protected, and supported by their families and communities."
Capable, Confident, and Curious, p. 48
About the presenter
Emily Martinello
Emily is an ECE instructor, former early interventionist, and published author. She has written 3 peer-reviewed articles on the topic of sexual abuse prevention, and recently developed and implemented a curriculum for Sexual Health NS focused on intellectual disabilities and sexuality.