Education has long been identified as having a key role to play in reducing HIV-related risk and vulnerability, and in mitigating the impact of the epidemic on affected individuals and communities.

Evidence shows that good quality Sex and Relationships Education (SRE) helps young people develop and manage their emotional and physical well-being.

This document, Sex education in Scottish schools: summary of national advice, follows the report of the Working Group on Sex Education in Scottish Schools (June 2000).