Respectful relationships and consent âshould be taught at playgroupâ
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Sex education experts have criticised the federal governmentâs new respectful relationships teaching resource for not introducing consent until year 10, as early childhood educators say the concept should be taught to toddlers.
Playgroups Victoria chief executive Danny Schwarz is among those pushing for gender equality and respect to be taught in the formative first 1000 days of childrenâs lives as part of community-wide gendered violence and sexual abuse prevention.
Brea Kunstler says it is important that her 18 month-old daughter, Abby, is able to observe positive messages about respectful relationships. They attended Playgroup Victoria sessions online during the pandemic.