The Source: Volume 7, Issue 3, February/March 2004

The Source: Volume 7, Issue 3, February/March 2004

NEW RESOURCES

Beyond Diversity Day: A Q & A on Gay and Lesbian Issues in Schools
Arthur Lipkin
This handbook offers advice to professionals and parents on how to nurture positive relationships among Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender (GLBT) youth, their families, and their schools; welcome GLBT families in the school community; support GLBT educators; and incorporate appropriate GLBT-related curricula in schools. Chapters include "Homophobia and Heterosexism," "Counseling GLBT Students and Their Families," "Effective School Reforms," and "Changing the Curriculum."
2004; $ 24.95; ISBN 074252034X; Rowman and Littlefield Publishing Group; http://www.rowmanlittlefield.com

Contraceptive Technology 18th Revised Edition
Robert A. Hatcher, MD et al.
This is an updated edition of the most comprehensive resource on contraception. It provides information about sexual anatomy and physiology, sexually transmitted diseases, methods of birth control, and women's reproductive health problems. There is a section on seven new methods of family planning approved by the FDA, and a section on menopause. Chapters include "The Essentials of Contraception: Efficacy, Safety, and Personal Considerations," "Education and Counseling," "Fertility Awareness-Based Methods," and "Contraceptive Research and Development." A CD-Rom of the 18th edition is also available.
2004; $59.95; ISBN 0966490266; Ardent Media Inc.; 800/218-1535

Kids Helping Kids Break the Silence of Sexual Abuse
Linda L. Foltz
This book is filled with the true stories of 15 courageous kids who have endured, survived, and triumphed over sexual abuse.
2004; $14.95; ISBN 0963796690; Lighthouse Point Press; http://www.yearick-millea.com/index2.html

JOURNALS

Sexuality Research and Social Policy (SRSP): Journal of National Sexuality Resource Center (NSRC)
SRSP is a multi-disciplinary, online peer reviewed journal that publishes empirical research on sexuality, including theoretical and methodological discussions.
To subscribe visit http://nsrc.sfsu.edu

REPORTS

Reaching the MTV Generation: Recent Research on the Impact of the Kaiser Family Foundation/MTV Public Education Campaign on Sexual Health
This report provides key findings on the impact of a public education campaign conducted by the Kaiser Family Foundation and MTV. It focuses on two surveys-a random nationally representative survey of 1,100 young people ages 16 to 24, and a call-back survey of 500 MTV viewers ages 15 to 25.
2003; Publication number 3384; Henry Kaiser Family Foundation; available for free http://www.kff.org/entmedia/Reaching-the-MTV-Generation-Report.cfm

CONFERENCES

The Morehouse School of Medicine: Sexual Health, Science and Deeply Held Beliefs conference is scheduled for May 24, 2004, in Washington, DC at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. This conference will discuss the "Surgeon General's Call to Action to Promote Sexual Health and Responsible Sexual Behavior 2001." Registration fees are available at http://www.SatcherCallToAction.com

For More Information:

Morehouse School of Medicine
720 WestView Drive, S.W.
Atlanta, GA 30310-1495
Phone: 404/756-8800
Fax: 404/752-1040
Email: cthrasher@msm.edu
Web site: http://www.SatcherCallToAction.com

Contraceptive Technology is scheduled for February 29 - March 3, 2004 at the Omni Shoreham in Washington, DC and March 24 - 27 at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco, in San Francisco, CA. This conference will provide clinicians and other healthcare professionals with current research and new developments in contraceptive technology and female health issues including sexuality issues, STDs, breast disease, and menopause. Sessions include: "Teenage Sex, Pregnancy, and STDs: Does Abstinence Educatoin Lower Risk?" "Emergency Contraception: Ask the Expert!" "Making a Difference: Moving Teens Toward Healthy Sexuality Choices," and "Technological Innovations in Reproductive Health." Registration fees available at http://www.cforums.com

For More Information:

Contemporary Forums
11900 Silvergate Drive
Dublin, CA 94568-2257
Phone: 800/377-7707, Ext. 3
Fax: 800/329-9923
Email: info@cforums.com
Web site: http://www.cforums.com

The Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention's (G-CAPP) 9th Annual Conference: Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention: Connecting the Issues and Building Resilience is scheduled for March 28 - 31, 2004 at the Hilton Atlanta Airport in Atlanta, GA. This conference will provide attendees with workshops led by presenters who will share their insight and research on adolescent pregnancy and prevention. Workshops include "The Carrera Teen Pregnancy Prevention Model," "Finding Me and Parenting You," "Promoting Community Development and Economic Empowerment: "Getting Real" About Teen Pregnancy," and "Fatherhood - More than Responsibility." Registration is available at http://www.gcapp.org

For More Information:

The Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Pregnancy
100 Auburn Avenue, Suite 200
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: 404/524-2277
Fax: 404/523-7753
Web site: http://www.gcapp.org

Human Sexuality in Europe: Syracuse University Study Abroad
This course is scheduled for June 11- July 9, 2004 and offers six college credits. It will examine the relationship between various sexuality issues and public policies and programs related to sexuality. Students will visit sites in England, the Netherlands, and Sweden and compare how these countries deal with teen pregnancy, contraception, abortion, sexuality education, STDs/AIDS, homosexuality, and prostitution. Registration fees are available at http://suabroad.syr.edu/programs/summer/

For more information:

Syracuse University
Division of International Programs Abroad
106 Walnut Place
Syracuse, NY 13244-2650
Phone: 800/251-9674
Email: sandy.caron@umit.maine.edu
Web site: http://summerabroad.syr.edu

TRAINING PROVIDERS

AIDS-Related Community Services (ARCS), Elmsford, NY
For a list of upcoming trainings, call 914/785-8364.

Center for Health and Behavioral Training, Rochester, NY
For a list of upcoming trainings, call 585/530-4382 or visit http://www.urmc.rochester.edu/chbt

Center for Health Training, Austin, TX
For a list of upcoming trainings, call 512/474-2166 or visit http://www.centerforhealthtraining.org

Center for Health Training, Oakland, CA
For a list of upcoming trainings, call 510/835-3700 or visit http://www.centerforhealthtraining.org

Center for Health Training, Seattle, WA
For a list of upcoming trainings, call 206/447-9538 or visit http://www.centerforhealthtraining.org

Harm Reduction Training Institute, New York, NY
For a list of upcoming trainings, call 212/683-2334 or visit http://www.harmreduction.org

Harm Reduction Training Institute, Oakland, CA
For a list of upcoming trainings, call 510/444-6969 or visit http://www.harmreduction.org

Planned Parenthood of New York City's Robert and Harriet Heilbrunn Center for Community Outreach, Education, and Training
For a list of upcoming trainings go to http://www.ppnyc.org/new/events.html#training.