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Abstract
There were several motivations for examining Latinas' knowledge about sex, sex education, and how they acquired this information. These included understanding what was being taught to women of color, raising awareness of the sources of this knowledge, assessing the comfort levels of Latinx families when discussing sex, and, most importantly, identifying what could have improved the learning experience for Latinas regarding the concept of sex. Various factors hindered research-based discussions on sex within Latinx cultures, including religious views, cultural perspectives, Latinx history, traditions, differences in knowledge, and discomfort in discussing sex (Caal et al., 2013). This study employed a Platica qualitative methodology, featuring two focus groups comprising six and five individuals who were raised as Christians, identified as Latina, and were willing to share their experiences with sex-related conversations, education, or the lack thereof. The purpose of this research was to explore Latinas' sex education experiences through school programs, socialization, and parental discussions, and to understand the influence of culture and religion on topics of sex and sexuality. The Platica results aimed to provide insights into how to improve conversations to enhance women's health, prevent diseases among teenagers, and improve dialogue among parents and educators. Additionally, the study sought to empower Latinas to advocate for culturally attuned conversations that upheld respect, dignity, and liberational views on sex.