MELAKA: The consequences of engaging in any form of sexual activity must be properly taught to children, both in schools and at home.
"There must be a certain amount of exposure on sex education to help students to make the right decisions," said state Woman, Family Development and Welfare Committee chairman Datuk Latipah Omar at the Women Anti-Crime Seminar: Tribute to Women ‘Be Bold for Change’ at Mydin MITC, today.
Around 125 students from 25 schools in the state participated in the seminar, which was held simultaneously nationwide to deliver the message of violence against women.
Latipah said that most teenagers, between the age of 13 and 17, who constantly being exposed to the outside world, are not aware of the consequences nor the limit of being too sociable.
She added that from 2010 till April this year, 57,519 cases of violence against women have been reported in the country and these include domestic violence, molest, rape and incest.
"My advice to the girls, who have been involved in sexual act, is to get themselves checked at the Melaka Hospital within 72 hours to avoid any unwanted pregnancies.
"Parents should also monitor their children constantly to know more of their habits and daily routine to help them grow in a safe environment," she said.
Earlier, Melaka Chief Minister's wife Datin Seri Fadillah Adbullah opened the seminar.
Fadillah expressed concerns over the dangers and risks of engaging in sexual activities among children.
"I urge all parents to educate and guide to their boys so that they will respect women more," she said.