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Chapter 2 - Sexuality2.1 Understanding SexualityObjectives1. To discuss human sexuality in a holistic and comprehensive way2. To provide a framework for further discussions on sexuality and HIVAudienceTimeAge: Youth or adults; Sex: Men or mixed groups; Literacy: Medium; Resources:Medium60 minutesMaterials • Flipchart• Markers• Tape• Enough copies of Handouts 2: Definitions and Questions for Small <strong>Group</strong>Discussions about Sexuality and Handout 3: Definitions for Circles ofSexuality for all participantsAdvancepreparation• Resource Sheet 3: The Circles of SexualityPrepare a flipchart with the circles of sexuality as illustrated in Resource Sheet 3: TheCircles of Sexuality.Steps 1. Explain that this session will explore the concept of “sexuality.” Askparticipants to share what they think sexuality means to them.2. Explain that there are many long and complicated definitions of sexuality, butthat they are often confusing. Tell them we like to simplify the definition , bythinking of sexuality as comprising several circles (see Resource Sheet 3: TheCircles of Sexuality).3. Draw the diagram by referring to Resource Sheet 3: The Circles of Sexuality.When drawing the circles, label each, but do not add the information shaded ingrey in Resource Sheet 3. Each circle represents one of the elements ofsexuality. When all of the circles are placed together, they encompass the totaldefinition of sexuality. Explain that one of the shapes is different and is notlinked to the others (Sexuality to Control Others) because it is a negativeelement of sexuality, even if it exists in many situations.4. Divide the participants into four groups. Explain that each will take on a circleof sexuality and explore what they think it means (the Sexual Identity circlewill be explained by the facilitator). Assign a circle to each group and ask themto describe what the circle entails using flipchart paper and markers. Pass outHandout 2: Definitions and Questions for Small <strong>Group</strong> Discussions aboutSexuality and tell them to refer to the guiding questions related to their circleto help them with this activity.23

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