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Interactive Learning
In 1996, Campaign for Our Children launched its web site, http://www.cfoc.org, as a forum for parents, teens, students, educators, public health professionals and government officials to discuss and exchange information about adolescent sexual health and preventive health communication. Since its inception, the site has been a resource for many people looking for information about adolescent health.
The site is particularly useful for parents baffled at the prospect of incorporating AIDS and sexually transmitted infections into what used to be the talk about the “birds and the bees.” Parents can join discussion groups and take a screening quiz to help them assess how at-risk their child may be of becoming an adolescent parent. A featured public health expert is available to answer questions.
Teachers can find lesson plans and related materials appropriate for middle school-aged children. Community and church groups and health and social service organizations interested in implementing a media campaign can browse the catalog of television and radio advertisements, transit and outdoor materials and institutional posters created by Campaign For Our Children.
Statisticians, researchers and journalists will find an extensive compilation of information about issues ranging from adolescent pregnancy to HIV/AIDS, including facts, figures and statistics, and a bibliography of source material.
CFOC’s web site receives over 25 million hits a year. With sections ranging from “Sexual Responsibility” and “Daily News” to “How To Talk To Your Kids About Sex,” http://www.cfoc.org offers something for everyone. Our goal is to become the premier resource to those seeking guidance and information on adolescent sexual health.