Cedar River Clinic's teen sexual health education program, CONNECT, offers young people the information and self-care tools they need to lead healthy lives. CONNECT materials and presentations focus on issues ranging from birth control to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) prevention to sexual decision-making.
Fact Sheets for Teens- These fact sheets are easy-to-reproduce and are a great tool to hand out to a group or class. ORDER NOW!
- Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) (PDF 1mb): Get the facts on STI prevention, testing and transmission. Learn about condoms and how to use them. And read more about how to have safer sex.
- Sex Without Risk (PDF 1mb): Waiting to have sex, or taking a break from sex, can also be positive and enjoyable. Read this fact sheet to learn more about why someone would make that choice and how to experience sexual pleasure without the risk.
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) (PDF 1mb): So what is this strange virus that seems to cause so many things? Can it be cured? Prevented? This fact sheet makes understanding HPV simple.
Brochures - The CONNECT brochures bring you in-depth information on a range of sexual health topics. ORDER NOW!
- Teen Health Brochure (Talking About 'It') (PDF 3mb): This brochure focuses on the specific sexual health needs of teenage women. Start the conversation about sexual decision-making, unplanned pregnancy and STI prevention, and choosing abstinence.
- Birth Control Packet (PDF 2mb): This puts birth control information in the palm of a teen's hand. This easy-to-use packet lists available birth control options and tips on how to choose the method that's right for you. For a more in-depth look at birth control options, check out our Birth Control Comparison Chart.
- Gynecologoical Brochure (PDF 6mb): Get detailed information on preventative care for women, including Pap smears, breast exams and the importance of regular gynecological care.
Zines on Sexual Health - This self-published small magazine was created by teens, for teens, as part of a joint project between Seattle's YWCA Working Zone and Aradia Women's Health Center. Download below or ORDER NOW!
- In Their Own Words: A Zine on Safer Sex (PDF 3mb): In the zine, teens talk to teens about STI and pregnancy prevention, and other sexual health issues that impact young people. The zine delivers important health facts as well as personal stories and perspectives of the young people who developed it.
Sexual Health Presentations and Workshops - Invite our skilled educator to talk to your group or class. We offer free presentations to groups of teens and women. Contact our education department to schedule a presentation, or send in a presentation request form. Presentations include:
- Safer Sex Presentation
This presentation discusses issues around choosing and using birth control, outlines each birth control method, and shares information about sexually transmitted infections and how to prevent their transmission. - Pregnancy Options and Abortion Presentation
This presentation discusses issues around pregnancy decision-making, provides background on abortion rights in the U.S., answers questions about social and emotional issues surrounding abortion and describes the abortion procedure.
Background on Cedar River Clinics CONNECT Program
CONNECT, provides tools address STIs and unplanned pregnancies among young people and encourages them to embrace healthy practices, healthy choices and healthy futures. Contact us to learn more about the CONNECT program.
