Interest in the Wise Guys program has spread across the country, and many communities from coast to coast have implemented the program with diverse groups of males in a variety of settings.  Program trainings are available for educators and other professionals who would like to start the Wise Guys program in their own communities.  The Wise Guys speakers and trainers will work with you to develop a training to meet the needs of your agency and community. We will also customize a presentation for your organization. Click on the links to see more information about our curriculum and programs, and see currently planned training events. If you would like to discuss scheduling a training program for your agency, email the Wise Guys or call (336) 333-6890 x 232 for more information.

TRAINING OBJECTIVES

All participants will:

• Review the Wise Guys program philosophy, logistics, and curriculum.
• Learn how to initiate & implement the program in their community.
• Understand the program’s evaluation model and how to make it work.
• Understand the perceptions young men have about sexuality and masculinity and
• how they influence sexuality education.
• Gain hands-on experience in designing and delivering program lesson plans.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This training is designed for individuals who would like to develop and implement adolescent prevention programs for teen pregnancy, HIV/AIDS and STIs, and dating violence programs targeting young males in their communities.  The training is also for individuals who instruct or supervise adolescent males, such as coaches, counselors, and mentors.

PROGRAM IMPACT

Analysis of data, collected since 1991 indicates the following positive outcomes of the Wise Guys program from program entry to six-month follow-up:

Wise Guys students showed:

• Improved knowledge of sexuality and consequences of sexual activity
• Healthier sex role attitudes
• Increased communication with parents and teachers about sexuality

Furthermore:

• Participants in the Wise Guys program showed a significant delay in sexual activity as compared to non-program students.
• The percentage of sexually active Wise Guys students who reported always using contraception also increased significantly.

Looking for other resources?

• Click here to get information about the Wise Guys Curriculum and Programs
• Interested in scheduling a training in your community? Click here to email or call (336) 333-6890 x 232.
• Wondering when and where Wise Guys training is happening in the USA?
  Click here to see our Calendar of Events.
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