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New Washington Law Criminalizes “Revenge Porn” Perpetrators

Perpetrators of “revenge porn” can now face up to 2 years in prison in the State of Washington. Read the full article here.

The Country Of Russia Recently Banned Access To World’s Most Popular Porn Sites

The Russian government recently enacted a countrywide ban on internet pornography, starting by blocking one of the world’s largest porn sites, Pornhub. Read the full article here.

Revenge Porn: More Than 200 Prosecuted Under New Law

Nine months ago, England and Wales introduced a law that could land perpetrators of “revenge porn” in jail for up to two years. Read the full article here.

And Everyone Saw It

When Maureen’s parents were in middle school, if a girl wanted to show a boy her body in the middle of the night, she would have to sneak out of her house, find a way to get to his, evade his parents and yank up her shirt. For their daughter, all it took was a few clicks.

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Pamela Anderson Speaks Out Against Pornography

Former Playboy Cover model Pamela Anderson recently spoke out against porn, stating that it has a “corrosive effect on a man’s soul and on his ability to function as husband, and, by extension, as father.” Read the full article here.

4-Year-Old Child Starts Sex Change Before Kindergarten In Australia

“A 4-year-old child in Australia has begun the process of having a sex change with financial assistance from the New South Wales Department of Education.” Read the full article here.

Some Poor U.S. Teens Trade Sex For Food Because They’re So Desperate For A Meal

A new report on U.S. teens who don’t get enough to eat finds that, in the most extreme cases, youths may engage in sex with older, wealthy adults in exchange for food.

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Many Teens Give Sex Ed A Failing Grade

Teens around the world are getting sex education in schools that fail to address their needs and concerns, researchers report.

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Parents Be Warned: Kid’s Website Features X-Rated Adult Games

An innocent-looking kids gaming website has x-rated games easily accessible. As a warning to parents, take note of this website and be aware of others possibly having the same type of content. Read the full article here.

New Gender-Diversity Program May Be Taught To Kids As Young As Five In Australia

Safe Schools, an Australian gender-diversity program, may be launched in schools and taught to kids as young as 5 years old. The curriculum introduces concepts such as cross-dressing and gender reassignment surgery. Read the full article here.

Author Of “I Kissed Dating Goodbye” Reflects On The Effects Of His Book

Pastor Josh Harris talks with Slate Magazine about the effects of his book and the purity culture that ensued. Read the full article here.

Nudity and Social Media Harm Girls

Celebrities routinely appear in compromising and salacious photos, and the tabloid press rewards them with adoring attention. Read the article here.

Public Schools Could Start Expelling Students for Sexting or Cyberbullying

In the state of California, possible new bills will allow public schools to expel students for sexting and video cyberbullying. Read the full article here.

Leading Virtual Reality Company Announces Firm Stance Against VR Porn

Leading Virtual Reality Company, The Void, announces that they won’t be supporting or distributing VR porn. Read the full article here.

LGBT Acceptance Is On The Rise Among Global Parents

Global parents’ views of the LGBT community are loosening up — and entertainment has a powerful influence upon their attitudes, according to a new study.

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The New Morality: Raising Kids In a Confused Culture

Christianity Today provides some helpful tips on parenting and raising kids in our confused culture. Read the full article here.

Online Porn Addiction Is Causing A Rise In Erectile Dysfunction Among Young Men

The growing use of pornography is causing ED issues among young men, causing some to even turn to impotency drugs like Viagra. Read the full article here.

California Christian Colleges Face Closure Over Teaching of Biblical Sexuality

A new bill was recently introduced in California that could force closure of Christian colleges that teach the traditional view of Biblical sexuality. Read the full article here.

Seattle Bans Use of ‘Conversion Therapy’ on Gay Youth

The Seattle City Council voted unanimously Monday to ban mental-health counselors from trying to turn gay youth straight through “conversion therapy.” Read the full article here.

LGBT Teens: Shunned, Alone, And On The Streets

LGBT teens are almost three times as likely to experience mental health conditions like depression or anxiety and are more likely to use drugs and alcohol as a means to self-medicate.

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