a notable Belgian documentary titled Puberty: Sexual Education for Boys and Girls (original Dutch title: Seksuele Voorlichting
Historical Archives and Libraries: Accessing historical archives or libraries in Belgium could yield specific textbooks, educational materials, or policies from 1991. puberty sexual education for boys and girls 1991 belgiumrarl
Conclusion
The Menstruation Mandate:
By 1991, most Belgian girls received some form of period education. Typically, a female teacher or school nurse separated the girls from the boys in 5th or 6th grade primary already. They watched a film called "Une Fille Devient Femme" (A Girl Becomes Woman) or the Flemish "Van Meisje tot Vrouw." The message: periods are natural, not shameful. But many girls recall being told "don't tell the boys." puberty sexual education for boys and girls 1991 belgiumrarl