Despite Belgium's reputation for progressive policies—ranking high in Europe for contraception access—the implementation of mandatory sex ed continues to face resistance. Belgium Leads the Way with Inclusive Sexual Education

“Guide d’éducation sexuelle pour les jeunes de 10 à 14 ans” (Sexual Education Guide for Youth 10–14) published jointly by the and the French-speaking “Questions de vie” organization.

Belgium’s 1991 approach was notable because it was but still shy about contraception (condoms were mentioned in passing). Girls learned about periods; boys learned about erections—together, they watched a grainy VHS of a baby being born.