Conference Program

Contemporary school-based sexuality education must move from pure biology to current challenges (e.g., online sexuality) and social aspects of sexuality. Sexuality education is crucial in reducing the rates of STIs, teenage pregnancies, and gender-related violence according to Společnost pro plánování rodiny a sexuální výchovu (Czech Society for Family Planning and Sexual Education [SPRSV], 2017) and UNESCO (2018). Studies show (UNESCO, 2018) that effective programs promotes responsible behavior instead of promoting earlier sexual activity. Nowadays, social media distorts sexual realities and can facilitate the commercial sexual exploitation of children (Smahel et al., 2020; Titheradge & Croxford, 2021). Schools are essential settings for guiding the perspectives of young people (SPRSV, 2017; UNESCO, 2018). Despite the Czech Republic’s reputation as a progressive post-communist country, sexuality education remains fragmented and hindered by outdated methods and insufficient teacher support (Bőhmová, 2025). While attitudes towards sexuality education are frequently studied (e.g., Hrubá, 2022), the preparedness of pre-service teachers remains under-explored. Addressing this gap, this quantitative cross-sectional study maps the knowledge and attitudes of future teachers. Using the ABC model of attitudes, data are collected from Master’s students across nine Czech universities via a custom-designed questionnaire combining a didactic test (for objective knowledge) and Likert scales (for attitudes and subjective evaluation of pre-service preparedness). Data will be analysed using techniques such as ANOVA, CFA, and reliability testing; however, the choice of specific methods will depend on data distribution. The study will map pre-service teachers' specific knowledge gaps (e.g., regarding legal frameworks) and assess their attitudes towards sexuality education. Ultimately, this research aims to optimise teacher preparation to improve the delivery of sexuality education in Czech schools.