Digital Literacy, Sex Ed & Sexual Violence Prevention with Dr Giselle Woodley & Dr Sarah Vrankovich
Dr Giselle Woodley and Dr Sarah Vrankovich join Maddy and Winnie for a thoughtful and nuanced conversation exploring how young people learn about sex, relationships and consent in an increasingly digital world.
Dr Giselle and Dr Sarah are researchers working at the intersection of sexuality education, digital cultures and sexual violence prevention. As dedicated advocates at Bloom-Ed, they bring their passion and academic depth to the delivery of accessible and inclusive comprehensive relationships and sexuality education across schools, communities and online spaces.
Together, they advocate for strength‑based and evidence‑informed approaches that centre connection, curiosity, and pleasure.
This episode was recorded in March 2026
CONTENT WARNINGS: This episode references sexual violence.
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References
Co-Culture Communications, Leah Maneama
Collective Holding, Community Care & Mutual Aid with Danyelle Mei Kaplan & Egan Magee
LGBTQIA+ Community Care, Mental Health & Emotions with Chris Cheers
Australian Teen Voices on Age Verification and Age Assurance Measures Article
The Conversation article on the Social Media Ban in Australia
The Conversation article on New Industry Codes
Age Assurance Technology Trial Report
Guiding Principles For Undertaking Strengths-Based Queer Sexual Violence Research
The Conversation article on Pornography and Age Verification Access
Sexual Violence Prevention & the Power of Sex Education with Katrina Marson
Credits
Host: Maddy Stratten & Winnie Adamson
Guest: Dr Giselle Woodley & Dr Sarah Vrankovich
Producers: Maddy Stratten, Winnie Adamson & Diana Karamacoska
Editing: Winnie Adamson
Music: Little Pastries Instrumental (descript)
