Published: 31.10.2024

Comprehensive sexuality education is key to unlocking adolescents' sexual rights, but without it, their ability to make informed, autonomous decisions remains limited—especially for marginalized groups like girls and LGBTQIA+ youth, says Gottfried Schweiger.

Gottfried Schweiger (University of Salzburg)

In this post, I explore the sexual rights of children and adolescents through the lens of the capability approach. I argue that instead of only viewing sexual rights as protection from harm, the capability approach encourages us to think about how we can support young people in developing their own sexual agency as they grow. It’s about helping children and adolescents not just stay safe, but also flourish, respecting their growing maturity and supporting their overall well-being. Read more >>