One week to go until this consultation ends. My main issue with the proposed changes is that by using this document as a guide for what is to be taught, the notion of 'gender identity' will become part of the curriculum. This will feed into children's idea that they should have a ''gender identity', and encourage them to feel that there is something wrong with their bodies. I feel very strongly that 'gender identity', if it is taught at all, should only be taught as a part of a belief system, perhaps as part of religious education rather than sex and relationships.
The consultation appears to be aimed at teachers and others working in schools in Wales, but it isn't clear when parents or other concerned individuals will have a chance to have their say, so it is probably worth sending in a response to this if you are concerned about this issue. You don't have to complete all the questions, you can just note any concerns as a response to the last question:
Question 13 – We have asked a number of specific questions. If you have any related issues which we have not specifically addressed, please use this space to report them.