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PM says age-appropriate sex education is to protect children from sexual abuse

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November 11, 2025

Highlights significant rise in incidents of child sexual abuse and need to provide children with proper knowledge and awareness to safeguard themselves Assures sex education curriculum will be formed based on advice of experts Notes NCPA flags child sexual abuse as serious concern in country

PM says age-appropriate sex education is to protect children from sexual abuse

Prime Minister and Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya

PRIME Minister and Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya yesterday said discussions are underway to introduce an age-appropriate sex education program in schools with the aim of protecting children from sexual abuse.

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