Madagascar study tests whether sex ed can curb school violence

NCT ID NCT06598553

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a 22-week comprehensive sexual education program in 25 rural middle schools in Madagascar, comparing them to 25 schools without the program. Researchers will survey about 4,500 students, plus teachers and directors, to see if the program reduces bullying, dating violence, and harsh discipline, and improves sexual health confidence and gender equality. The goal is to find out what works to prevent violence against women and girls in this setting.

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Active substance

Projet Jeune Leader Comprehensive Sexual Education curriculum

What this could lead to

If the program works, it could provide evidence for a low-cost way to reduce violence and improve sexual health among adolescents in rural schools.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage study in a specific setting, so results may not apply elsewhere. The outcomes rely on self-reported surveys, which can be biased.

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  • Projet Jeune Leader

    Fiananransoa, Madagascar