The guidelines, developed by the education ministry at a cost of 600m won (£420,000), instantly sparked controversy when they were first released in 2015. The texts were criticised for reinforcing gender stereotypes, ignoring reality and being “blatantly sexist”. While the education ministry declined provide a copy, the Guardian was able to review the guidelines in their entirety. Assuming everyone should live this way doesn’t reflect reality and ignores people’s diverse lifestyles.”Starting in elementary school, students are required to sit for 15 hours of sex education a year. South Korea's nascent feminist movement turns to abortion ban Read more“Students are interested in gender issues,” she said.

Source: The Guardian December 28, 2018 08:26 UTC