Choose Your Struggle
Choose Your Struggle
Silenced By Stigma Over Comprehensive Sex Education with Justine Ang Fonte
Silenced By Stigma Over Comprehensive Sex Education with Justine Ang Fonte
Silenced By Stigma Over Comprehensive Sex Education with Justine Ang Fonte
Friday 27th August 2021
Justine Ang Fonte shares her experiences with stigma in sex education and the need for honest, fact-based teaching on 'Choose Your Struggle'.
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Get the buttons here!Sex Education and Stigma: A Conversation with Justine Ang Fonte
We need to deviate from the idea that genitalia is deviant. And I think it shows the anxiety around it when adults are exuding that onto kids, that they are caretaking, and the kids therefore think: oh, there is something to be ashamed of about this part and that doesn't equip them with the bodily autonomy that they deserve to have.
Imagine being harassed just for doing your job. That's the reality Justine Ang Fonte faced as a sex and health educator in New York. In this episode of 'Choose Your Struggle', host Jay Shifman sits down with Justine to discuss her tumultuous journey through public scrutiny and the relentless stigma surrounding comprehensive sex education. Known for her candid approach, Justine became a target for right-wing trolls, leading to her resignation and a wave of public backlash.
Despite the harassment, she remains steadfast in her mission to promote honest, fact-based education about sex and health. During their chat, Jay and Justine delve into the absurdity of 'cancel culture', highlighting how it disproportionately affects those advocating for progressive change. Justine's story is a testament to the challenges educators face when trying to teach children about bodily autonomy and setting boundaries.
The conversation also touches on the broader implications of media influence on mental health and the necessity of intersectional health topics. If you're curious about the real-world impacts of stigma on education and mental well-being, this episode offers a raw and insightful perspective. Tune in for an engaging discussion that underscores the importance of supporting educators who champion comprehensive sex education.