Our Whole Lives
OWL (Our Whole Lives Sexuality Education) is an award-winning, comprehensive sexuality program co-created by the Unitarian Universalist Asssociation and the United Church of Christ. It works with all ages, from kindergarden to adulthood, helping people make aware and informed decisions based on their own clearly defined values and accurate information. We’re not the only ones who love OWL! See what Christian Century and Oprah have to say about the program.
This program “supports parents in educating children about birth, babies, bodies and families. Following a Parent Meeting and Parent/Child Orientation, the 8 sessions engage children with stories, songs and activities.
4th-6th Grade OWL
This 8 session program focuses on the “physical and emotional changes of puberty. Participants read It’s Perfectly Normal by Robie H. Harris, and examine topics such as values and sexuality, communication and decision making.
Junior High OWL (grades 7-9)
A sexuality education program for youth that models and teaches caring, compassion, respect, and justice. A holistic program that moves beyond the intellect to address the attitudes, values, and feelings that youth have about themselves and the world.
High School OWL (grades 10-12)
Using a comprehensive approach, this program helps senior-high youth gain the knowledge, life principles and skills they need to express their sexuality in life-enhancing ways. Includes a parent orientation and 12 sessions.
Young Adult OWL (ages 18-35)
Helps participants navigate young adulthood with accurate information, increased self-knowledge, enhanced safety and strengthened interpersonal skills.
Using values, communication skills and spirituality as starting points, this program explores sexuality issues for adults of all ages. Builds understanding of healthy sexual relationships, affirms diversity and helps participants accept and affirm their own sexuality throughout their lives.