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| July 18, 2006
Media Stories
Sex education teachers want clearer guidelines Sex ed bill fails in state Senate Abstinence is the best prevention against virus Abstinence program making huge impact in Africa Among teens: Fewer dropouts fewer babies but more live in poverty Students make case for virginity Abstinence program gets rave reviews in Gretna New Kansas abstinence policy draws immediate criticism Project teaches abstinence to avoid HIV/AIDS Selma High School program will focus on teen abstinence Abstinence is better than even the best vaccine Healthy Marriage – Administration for Children and Families The Influence of Religiosity and Spirituality on Health Risk Behaviors in Children and Adolescents Community Programs – Robert Wood Johnson Foundation The State of Our Unions: 2006 (July 2006) – This report from the National Marriage Project features an essay on “Life Without Children,” which discusses adults living their lives without children in the household. Journal of Youth Development – Bridging Research and Practice (May 2006) – The National Association of Extension 4-H Agents has launched a new journal on youth development issues. 2006 KIDS COUNT Data Book (June 2006) – The Annie E. Casey Foundation has issued its annual report on child well-being indicators. Technical Assistance Web Cast on A-H Compliance Technical Assistance Conference Call on Sound Business Practices Technical Assistance Web Cast on Medical and Scientific Accuracy Technical Assistance Conference Call on Evaluation Technical Assistance Web Cast on Communications Technical Assistance Conference Call on Medical and Scientific Accuracy West Coast Abstinence Education Training and Technical Assistance Workshop National Community-based Abstinence Education Grantee Conference Abstinence Education Evaluation Conference
Quote for the Day "Mothers and fathers help kindle imaginations, inspire a love of learning, nurture the formation of young minds, and give children the courage and the drive to realize their dreams. By instilling in children the difference between right and wrong, parents guide their children toward developing into successful adults and responsible citizens who lead lives of purpose. In addition, the commitment of parents to the welfare of young people strengthens families and communities throughout our great country." (President George W. Bush, Parents' Day 2006 Proclamation, July 23, 2006) |
SHANNAN MARTIN is an abstinence education consultant for the Administration for Children and Families. She has previously worked with the Abstinence Clearinghouse and The Heritage Foundation on various consulting projects. She also worked as a researcher at The Heritage Foundation, where she focused specifically on abstinence and related issues. During her time at The Heritage Foundation, she co-authored numerous papers and reports, including a content analysis report, “Comprehensive Sex Education vs. Authentic Abstinence–A Study of Competing Curricula.” She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Bethel College in Mishawaka, Indiana, where she graduated with honors.The Abstinence Education E-Update comprises links to Web sites with information on current events, research, funding opportunities, and other items related to abstinence-until-marriage education. Inclusion of this information does not imply endorsement by the Family and Youth Services Bureau (FYSB), the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), or the National Clearinghouse on Families & Youth (NCFY). Moreover, the points of view or opinions expressed on these Web sites do not necessarily represent the official position, policies, or views of FYSB, HHS, or NCFY.
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