Violence Prevention: The Fundamental Role of Affective-Sexual Education

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.558512507011

• Palavras-chave: violencia, prevención, educación afectivo-sexual, empatía

• Keywords: violence, prevention, affective-sexual education, empathy.

• Abstract:

  Educational institutions act as essential agents of socialization, where the first interactions and values that will guide individuals throughout their lives are formed. Comprehensive affective-sexual education provides students with a deep and respectful understanding of sexuality, promotes healthy and equitable interpersonal relationships, thus becoming a tool to prevent violence.
  This perspective dismantles gender stereotypes that perpetuate asymmetrical conditions in the exercise of power. It fosters gender equality by challenging social norms that justify subordination and control over women by promoting an environment where women can also thrive and participate fully in society. By educating all individuals about human rights and the importance of relationships based on mutual respect, it lays the foundation for a more just and violence-free society.