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Sexuality education in Croatia

SHAPE classifies the sexuality education framework in Croatia as restricted. This describes the national policy framework, not how every school delivers it.

Restricted framework

Last checked 02/11/2026 · This is information only, not advice or a recommendation.

  • National framework: Sexuality-related content is taught through health and biology, but depth, teacher preparation and inclusivity vary by school.
  • Interpretation: The status summarizes the verified policy framework; it does not guarantee uniform classroom delivery.

[Sources: https://www.unesco.org/gem-report/en/peer ; https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/comprehensive-sexuality-education ; https://www.bzga-whocc.de/fileadmin/user_upload/Dokumente/BZgA_IPPFEN_ComprehensiveStudyReport_Online.pdf]

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