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Sexuality education in Denmark

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

Progressive framework

Last checked 14/09/2026 · This is information only, not advice or a recommendation.

  • National framework: Health, sexuality and family education is mandatory throughout compulsory schooling and is delivered across subjects; national aims cover relationships, consent, health and diversity.
  • 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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