Schools in Aotearoa NZ present a programme about sexuality in a programme called 'Relationships and Sexuality Education' (RSE) for adolescents and teens in the last year of primary school and in secondary school. The Ministry of Education has online information explaining this area of the curriculum. Click here to find out more.
This area of learning can be confusing to those with FASD and other neurodiversities – but thankfully, Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (formerly Family Planning NZ) have created an excellent new (2025) resource to use alongside the curriculum for those teaching or caring for intermediate and secondary students with learning disabilities, including FASD. Parents and whānau may also find this resource helpful.
'Bodies, Boundaries and Being Me' replaces 'The Colours of Sexuality' which was created in 2015. The programme provides a framework for educators and caregivers to use alongside the RSE curriculum in schools for young people who may need extra support in understanding some of the concepts.
Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa has a section of their website specifically to tāngata whaikaha / people with disabilities, with more resources for individuals, parents and whānau to help with discussing sexuality, including workbooks, videos and further information.
