Formulation of Sex Education for Early Childhood in Indonesian Playgroups

Abstract

Early Childhood Education (PAUD) plays a crucial role in instilling sex education to reduce the daily increase of sexual violence against children as victims and perpetrators. Using the case study research method, this study examines how sex education has been implemented in 27 playgroups in the Singaparna subdistrict of the Tasikmalaya Regency. This study's data was collected through questionnaires to all participants, in-depth interviews with two participants, and observation. Results indicated that playgroup educators in the Singaparna District recognized the importance of providing sexual education from a young age. However, a few participants had not been exposed to information regarding sexual education for minors. The form of sexual education for young children in Playgroups in the Singaparna District of Tasikmalaya remains inconsistent. Most sex education consists of introducing areas/body parts that may and may not be touched through singing. The second form of sex education, introducing physical differences/body parts between men and women and how to protect themselves, is extensively introduced. Frequently encountered obstacles in teaching sex education to children are related to the use of language and the appropriate delivery method so that children can readily comprehend sex education according to their level of understanding based on age.

Keywords: Sex Education; Early Childhood; Play Group