The 1991 law was designed to provide comprehensive, accurate, and unbiased information about the full spectrum of human sexuality. The curriculum was not just about biology; it was also about health, well-being, and safety. It aimed to cover:
Sex education in Belgium was not standardized. According to contemporary reports, the country lacked a universal, cohesive sexuality education program due to the influence of local politics and the divide between Catholic and state school systems. Family planning organizations had existed since the 1950s, but they often operated in the face of a significant Catholic boycott. The 1991 law was designed to provide comprehensive,