Welcome to Planned Parenthood Ottawa’s Speaker’s Bureau! The Speaker’s Bureau offers workshops on a variety of topics for all age groups. The presentations give practical, up-to-date information that emphasize skill-building and communication. They are well-suited to elementary and secondary schools, college and universities, drop-ins, clubs and other community-based organizations. All workshops are given by trained Community Educators and are tailored to meet the needs of individual groups. We request 1.5 hours for each presentation, but can adjust the timing if necessary. If you would like a presentation on a topic that is not listed below, please contact PPO. We are always happy to look into creating a customized presentation.
Presentation topics include:
Contraception
This presentation reviews the various methods of contraception: Barrier methods, hormonal methods, spermicide, IUS/IUD, the emergency contraception pill (Plan B), and abstinence. Students are taught how each method is used, the effectiveness, cost and availability. Samples of each contraceptive method are brought to the presentation so participants can see how they look and feel, and the steps to putting on a condom are demonstrated.
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
This workshop covers the various types of viral, bacterial and parasitic STIs. Transmission, symptoms, testing and treatments are relayed through group discussion and games.
Attitudes and Values
The aim of this workshop is to encourage participants to become aware of personal attitudes and values towards sexuality. A variety of interactive activities to encourage group discussion are used. Recognizing the importance of values, attitudes and beliefs in teaching and working in sexual health is particularly important for service providers.
Healthy Relationships
This presentation looks at qualities and characteristics of healthy relationships, types of relationships, communication, respect, sexual readiness and types of relational violence.
Talking to Children & Youth about Sexuality
This presentation, geared towards parents and guardians, gives practical “how-to” information on talking about healthy sexuality, responding to questions, and sharing values with our children and youth. Resources and links to additional sources for information are provided.
Puberty & Anatomy:
The puberty/anatomy presentation follows curriculum requirements and is tailored to each specific age group (grades 5 and 6). Topics covered include: Physical and emotional changes at puberty, normalizing changes for boys and girls, the importance of personal hygiene, and the anatomy of reproductive systems.
Self-Esteem
The self-esteem workshop is geared towards grades 5 through 8. In this workshop, the participants will discuss body image, social expectations, and the influence of media and peers. Individual self-esteem boosting activities will be included.
Pregnancy Options
This presentation provides information on all three pregnancy options: Parenting, adoption and abortion. Support services and other community resources are outlined.
Postpartum Contraception
This presentation gives up to date information on contraception methods that can be used during the postpartum period. Advantages and disadvantages, effectiveness, cost and availability of these methods are covered.
Sex Positivity
This interactive workshop facilitates a discussion of our sex-negative culture and its roots, what “sex positivity” means, and the advantages of using a sex-positive approach.
Question Box
This workshop is intended to provide a safe space for participants to ask a variety of questions regarding sexual health. This is a great idea for groups who would benefit from a broader scope of sexual health information.
Fee
We ask that groups receiving education services from PPO support the Community Education program by contributing a $75 honorarium to cover the time and resources required to deliver a presentation.
Kiosks
PPO also offers a kiosk program. A staff or volunteer representative will come to your location with hand-outs and resources, and will be there to answer questions. If you would like to invite PPO to participate in a health fair or other event, please contact the Community Education Coordinator by phone at 613-226-3234 or by email at education@ppottawa.ca.
Contact Information
To book a presentation or to learn more, please contact the Community Education Coordinator by phone at 613-226-3234 or by email at education@ppottawa.ca. Presentations are booked one month in advance.
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