Sex education is to provide young people the knowledge and abilities they need to make the best choices about sex and relationships for themselves throughout their life.

Culturally sensitive and inclusive sex education aids in young people's development of the social and emotional skills necessary to become compassionate and understanding adults. Early and frequent exposure to this kind of sex education promotes respect for sexual variety, reduces dating and intimate partner violence, fosters healthy relationships, guards against child sexual abuse, and boosts media literacy.Sex education may take place in schools, at home, in community settings, or online.  Additionally, it aids young people in avoiding unplanned pregnancies and STDs (STIs).