THRIVE provides trauma-informed sexual health education to youth. The 10-hour curriculum was specifically designed to meet the needs and concerns of youth in congregate care, ages 12–20. The curriculum promotes active engagement through discussion, games, and small group activities.
Over the course of 10-hour sessions, the THRIVE curriculum helps teens and young adults currently or previously in foster care:
- Practice strategies for healthy communication and consent
- Get information about sexual health and pregnancy prevention
- Learn about accessing sexual and reproductive health services.
THRIVE empowers youth to make informed choices about their sexual health and reduce the risk of unwanted pregnancy and STIs.
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What youth in Texas have said about THRIVE
Since I’ve been coming to this class, I’ve been more aware of the things coming out of my mouth, and my boundaries. What I’m going to tolerate and not tolerate.
I didn’t believe I would soak in as much as I did. I know now what signs to look for in a healthy and unhealthy relationship, because ultimately I need to take care of myself.
My takeaway was learning how to properly put a condom on.
I thought I was good at relationship stuff before, but these classes have helped me catch my own yellow flags. I’ve grown a lot.
Understanding and knowing yourself will help in learning which contraception works for you.
