Family and parenting in the pedagogies of sexuality: A scoping review of the topic in the Brazilian context

Abstract

This article presents a scoping review of how family and parental relationships appear the pedagogies of sexuality in Brazilian context (2005–2023). This period marks the emergence of “gender ideology” discourse and conservative movements shaping public policy and debates on family and sexuality. Thematic analysis of 24 studies identified four representations of family, revealing its centrality to cisheteropatriarchal ideals that frame it as a protector of childhood and a barrier to open dialogue. Conversely, recognizing schools as legitimate spaces for sexuality education broadens debate. Understanding these representations is key to advancing inclusive pedagogies and equity based public policies on sex education.