Editorial
The role of early sex education
Dear Editor,
Sex education is the process of acquiring information and developing skills to understand and navigate one’s sexuality, relationships, and reproductive health. It covers topics like anatomy, consent, contraception, STIs, and healthy relationships, aiming to promote informed decision-making, respect, and well-being.
As we navigate the complexities of raising informed and responsible children in today’s world, it has become increasingly clear that comprehensive sex education is a crucial aspect of their development. The conversation around sexual health and relationships is often shrouded in silence, but it’s time to break the mold.
By empowering our children with accurate and age-appropriate information, we can set them up for success and well-being in life. Sex education is not just about biology; it’s about equipping our children with the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions about their bodies, relationships, and futures.
By educating our wards about sexual health, we can help prevent unintended pregnancies, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and sexual exploitation. Parents play a vital role in this endeavour. By initiating open and honest conversations with their children, parents can foster a culture of trust, respect, and responsibility. This not only helps children develop healthy relationships but also enables them to recognize and report abuse.
By providing our youth with accurate and unbiased information, we can empower them to navigate the complexities of adolescence and adulthood. I urge parents, educators, and policymakers to prioritize comprehensive sex education in our schools and homes. Let us work together to create a society where our children can grow into confident, informed, and responsible individuals.
Theresa Dzifa Tsetse,
Accra
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Dear Editor,
I WRITE to express my growing concern about the increasing display of adult content on some television stations in the country.
These programmes, often aired during hours when children are most likely to be watching, pose a serious threat to their moral development and general well-being.
Television remains one of the strongest influences on young people, and stations have a responsibility to ensure that their content reflects the values we seek to instil in our society.
Unfortunately, some channels appear to prioritise sensationalism and profit over public safety and decency.
Such content not only exposes children to material they are not prepared to process but also undermines parents’ efforts to guide their behaviour.
I call on the National Media Commission (NMC) and other regulatory bodies to intensify monitoring and enforce stricter guidelines to protect viewers, especially minors.
Broadcasters must be reminded of their duty to promote responsible and wholesome programming.
Our airwaves should uplift, educate, and inform — not endanger the moral fabric of the next generation.
Eugene Ampiaw,
Accra
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Dear Editor,
I AM writing to share my thoughts on the ongoing issue at Wesley Girls’ Senior High School, which has attracted national attention after the Deputy Attorney General released a statement in court.
The matter is about whether Muslim students are being denied the right to freely practice their religion, and whether they are being compelled to follow practices that go against their faith.
To me, this is not just a legal issue but a question of fairness and respect in our schools.
While the Constitution guarantees every student the right to practice their faith, schools also have traditions and rules that must be respected. As the saying goes, “When you go to Rome, you do what Romans do.” If a teacher is teaching, it is not right for a student to suddenly leave for prayers. That disrupts learning.
Instead, schools should provide a clear time and place for worship, so that students can honour their faith without disturbing academic work. There is time for everything; time to learn, and time to pray.
Wesley Girls SHS can continue to uphold its Methodist heritage while also respecting the rights of Muslim students.
This compromise will protect unity and ensure that our schools remain places of both discipline and inclusion.
Princess Wonovi
Accra
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