Topic: Education

Topic

Whether you’re in school or working in education, the articles and resources cover campaigns and research into how the education system affects young women and girls in Scotland.

91% of girls in focus groups said that sexual harassment or gender-based bullying was an issue in their school
48% of teachers said that the curriculum does not adequately cover consent

Source: Young Women Lead 2017/2018

Articles

  • Recently after promising myself to take more opportunities that come my way, the email asking for young women to join a campaign which would address peer sexual abuse came through at a perfect time. Although it was daunting to volunteer with little to no campaign experience, the opportunity has been more rewarding than anything.

    • Campaigning
    • Education
    • Healthy relationships
    • Violence prevention
    • Young Women Know