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How can I talk to my preteen about gender stereotypes?

May 30, 2021 • Saleema Noon & Julie Prodor • Season 1 • Episode 2

Where do I even start when talking to my preteen about gender stereotypes? Sexual health and empowerment educators Saleema Noon and Julie Prodor dive deep into gender stereotypes and give parents tips on communicating about them with their preteens. How do parents even explain what gender stereotypes are? What are the main messages parents should convey to their preteens about gender stereotypes? What about masculinity, is it really that bad? Is it toxic? Should parents talk to their preteens about gender-based violence? Tune into Growing Up Game Plan: The Podcast to get answers to these questions and more.

Growing Up Game Plan: The Podcast is a product of Saleema Noon Sexual Health Educators.
Director & Co-host: Saleema Noon, Co-host: Julie Prodor, Creative Direction & Production: Rayka Kumru Consulting, Audio: Eray Karakuzu.