Evaluating an Indigenous sexual health peer education project

2005 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. 189-193 ◽  
Author(s):  
Katja Mikhailovich ◽  
Kerry Arabena
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Health ◽  
Peer Education ◽  
Education Project

scholarly journals Evaluating the Peer Education Project in secondary schools

2019 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 58-65 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carin Eisenstein ◽  
Victoria Zamperoni ◽  
Neil Humphrey ◽  
Jessica Deighton ◽  
Miranda Wolpert ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Peer Education ◽  
Education Programme ◽  
Peer Educators ◽  
School Students ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Education Project ◽  
Key Skills ◽  
Key Terms

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to determine the efficacy of the Peer Education Project (PEP), a school-based, peer-led intervention designed to support secondary school students to develop the skills and knowledge they need to safeguard their mental health and that of their peers. Design/methodology/approach Six schools from across England and the Channel Islands took part in an evaluation of the PEP across the 2016/2017 academic year. In total, 45 trained peer educators from the sixth form and 455 Year 7 students completed pre- and post-questionnaires assessing their emotional and behavioural difficulties, perceived school climate, and knowledge, skills and confidence related to mental health. Findings Results indicate that participation in the PEP is associated with significant improvement in key skills among both peer educators and student trainees, and in understanding of key terms and readiness to support others among trainees. Most students would recommend participation in the programme to other students. Originality/value While peer education has been found to be effective in some areas of health promotion, research on the effectiveness of peer-led mental health education programmes in schools is limited. This study contributes evidence around the efficacy of a new peer education programme that can be implemented in secondary schools.

Effects of Peer Sexual Health Education on College Campuses: A Systematic Review

2018 ◽  
Vol 20 (5) ◽  
pp. 652-666 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tara Wong ◽  
Jennifer R. Pharr ◽  
Tim Bungum ◽  
Courtney Coughenour ◽  
Nancy L. Lough
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Peer Education ◽  
Health And Wellness ◽  
Sexual Health Education ◽  
Sexual Health Information ◽  
Meta Analyses ◽  
Education Groups

Objective. College peer health education groups have grown in popularity to provide information about health and wellness topics. The purpose of this systematic review was to evaluate the effectiveness of peer education groups on reducing sexual health risks and increasing sexual health knowledge on a college campus. Method. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses guidelines were followed in searching, extracting, appraising, and synthesizing the evidence. A quality assessment was also conducted. The review was conducted in April 2017. Results. The initial search yielded 2,503 records. After critical appraisal, eight articles remained. Peer education was beneficial for increasing knowledge of sexual health topics and creating some behavior change such as increased condom use and HIV testing. Additionally, interventions developed specifically for women were effective. Conclusions. Peer education is an effective way to disseminate sexual health information and can be a reliable resource for college students.

scholarly journals Raising young people’s awareness on sexual and reproductive health issues

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
M Papadakaki ◽  
M Plevri ◽  
K Vagionaki ◽  
G Papadomanolakis ◽  
R Androulaki ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young People ◽  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Sexuality Education ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
Peer Education ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Health And Social Care ◽  
One Stop ◽  
Youth Friendly

Abstract Issue/problem Despite the high prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases(STIs) and abortions among Greek youth, sexuality education is not yet part of the curriculum of Greek schools and the Greek family is not ready to address these issues with comfort. Description of the problem A “one-stop information point” was organized for one week in major cities of Crete Region as part of a community health program, which was funded by the Regional Authority of Crete to address “Gender Equality in the Region of Crete within 2018-2020”. The project aimed at increasing young people’s awareness of sexual health issues using a “peer education” approach and a youth-friendly information package. Undergraduate students from health, mental health and social care professions acted as volunteers upon receiving a rigorous 2-day training by sexual and reproductive health experts. The questions to be answered by the project were: “What are the main concerns of adolescents regarding their sexual health? How much satisfaction could adolescents gain by a “one stop information point” and a youth friendly “information package” offered by peers? Results Serious information gaps regarding contraception and STI’s and a number of stereotypes regarding healthy relations and sexual orientation have been recorded. Gender dysphoria is still an issue that remains unaddressed among young people. A youth-friendly website (LaHeRS Lab) and short videos are now available as part of the project to facilitate young people’s access to information. A large social media network of young people interested in sexual health issues has been formed locally and is growing nationally. The intervention was received with satisfaction. Lessons “One-stop information centres” and “peer education” have been an ideal combination to address sensitive issues among young people. Key messages Knowledge gaps and unsafe sexual practices are prevalent among adolescents. Sexuality education should be offered in early school life.

A Technology-Based Peer Education Intervention: Results from a Sexual Health Textline Feasibility Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 383-394 ◽  
Author(s):  
Teagen L. O'Malley ◽  
Katie Rose Horowitz ◽  
José Garth ◽  
Christina Mair ◽  
Jessica G. Burke
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Health ◽  
Feasibility Study ◽  
Peer Education ◽  
Education Intervention
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