Can a classroom program teach teens to stop sexual violence before it starts?
NCT ID NCT06830278
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a new school program called SUN (Stand Up Now Against Sexual Violence) for high school students in Portugal. The program uses group discussions and skill-building exercises to teach teens about consent, empathy, and how to safely step in when they see a risky situation. Researchers will compare students who take the program with those who don't, measuring changes in attitudes, beliefs, and actual bystander behaviors. If successful, the program could become a model for preventing sexual violence in schools.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Stand Up Now Against Sexual Violence (SUN) Program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this program could give schools an effective tool to reduce sexual violence among teens by teaching them how to safely intervene.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small trial in Portugal, so results may not apply everywhere. The program relies on self-reported attitudes and behaviors, which may not reflect real-world change.
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Locations
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Four different schools in Porto and Aveiro districts
Porto, Portugal