Poland’s Deputy Education Minister Katarzyna Lubnauer has criticized the Catholic Church for its reluctance to form a commission to address pedophilia, while strongly defending mandatory sexual education in schools.
Polish Deputy Education Minister’s Criticism of the Church
Lubnauer questioned the Church’s stance, claiming it was inconsistent with its teachings. “If faith is love for your neighbor, then encourage all parents to enroll their children in sexual education, because this will make their children safer, stronger, and less likely to fall victim to sexual abuse, including that online,” she emphasized.
New Controversial High School Curriculum
The mandatory sexual education classes – non-graded and starting from the fourth grade – are designed to educate students about physical and mental health, nutrition, substance abuse prevention, and sexual health. Students will learn about personal autonomy and boundaries and how to protect themselves from online and offline dangers, including cyberbullying and enticement of minors.
Educational Minister’s Response to Critics
Lubnauer further defended her stance by saying, “We need to be very clear about what sexual education entails. It’s an inoculation against sexualization, protecting children against being treated as sex objects.”
Source: Gazeta,