(PNM-31) Institute Ciranda behavior and sexuality: experience of a sexual education service in Brazil

Abstract Introduction Sexuality Education is a comprehensive educational process that encompasses knowledge, skills, and values to promote improvements in sexual and general quality of life. Objective To describe the dynamics of an interdisciplinary service that aims to promote sexual education for individuals, both in person and virtually. Materials and Methods Instituto Ciranda Comportamento e Sexualidade is a sexual education service created in November 2019 by a physiotherapist and a psychologist, specialists in Human Sexuality. Together, they promote theoretically and scientifically based educational activities in both in-person and virtual environments. These include lectures and discussion groups, live broadcasts, and the promotion of educational materials posted on social media, such as Instagram and other communication channels. The aim is to promote improved sexuality by addressing various sexual education topics for the population. Results In March 2019, with the support of a marketing consultant, we developed an Instagram page, website, and LinkedIn page, where we have reached 2387 followers to date, 483 posts with educational content, including videos, texts with accessible vocabulary, and live broadcasts viewed. In addition, we held talks and discussion groups via the Google Meet platform for approximately 700 women. We also offer outreach courses for healthcare professionals since 2022, with more than 15 courses delivered to date. Conclusion Investing in equity, online or in-person educational activities, sex therapy services for vulnerable individuals, and sex education training for healthcare professionals is of utmost importance to promote improvements in sexual and general quality of life. Financing No conflict.