Planned Parenthood Faces Criticism for Advocating BDSM and Kink in Sex Education
Planned Parenthood, a prominent abortion provider that receives significant taxpayer funding, has come under fire for expressing support for kink and BDSM (bondage, discipline, dominance and submission) in a post discussing sexuality. This has led to mixed reactions and raised concerns about the organization’s involvement in sex education programs.
The controversial post from Planned Parenthood read, Don’t yuck someone else’s yum – everyone deserves the freedom to explore their own sexuality free of shame and stigma. It then went on to say, STOP KINK SHAMING. Advocacy group Moms for Liberty responded by questioning whether Planned Parenthood should have access to children in public schools, stating, Is this a joke? You want access to our children in public school?
Critics have raised concerns about the use of childish language to discuss adult topics and the organization’s promotion of BDSM. This is not the first time Planned Parenthood has addressed the subject. Previous workshops hosted by Planned Parenthood discussed the basic concepts of BDSM to increase participants’ knowledge of the community.
Along with workshops, Planned Parenthood also organized events that focused on the inclusion of BDSM in sexual diversity. These events aimed to explore kink and BDSM, emphasizing that sexual diversity is a normal and healthy part of human behavior.
However, the most controversial aspect of Planned Parenthood’s involvement in sex education is the curriculums taught to children in K-12 education. Fox News Digital previously reported on a Planned Parenthood employee who created curriculum materials and provided guidance online on how minors can acquire spicy toys. Other videos from this employee discussed using vegetables for sexual activities.
Planned Parenthood’s sex education curriculum has faced criticism for lacking a comprehensive approach and ignoring important aspects such as racial justice, social justice, and reproductive justice. While aiming to create a positive and inclusive environment, the curriculum guide provided examples that avoid assuming gender identities and explored diverse concepts of gender and body diversity.
Bill Taverner, a director at the Center for Sex Education, affiliated with Planned Parenthood, has advocated for comprehensive sex education from kindergarten through 12th grade. He argues that children are born sexual and should be educated accordingly. However, this perspective has sparked controversy and raised questions about the appropriateness of such education.
Planned Parenthood has been contacted for comment but did not respond in time for publication.
The controversy surrounding Planned Parenthood’s promotion of kink and BDSM in sex education programs has generated considerable debate. Critics argue that such content is inappropriate and goes beyond the scope of comprehensive sex education. Others maintain that providing information about sexual diversity is crucial for students’ understanding.
It is vital to maintain a balanced view on this topic, considering different perspectives and opinions. As concerns continue to be raised, the future of Planned Parenthood’s involvement in sex education remains uncertain.
