Our Whole Lives (OWL)

Honest, accurate information about sexuality changes lives. It dismantles stereotypes and assumptions, builds self-acceptance and self-esteem, fosters healthy relationships, improves decision-making, and has the potential to save lives. For these reasons and more, we are proud to offer Our Whole Lives (OWL), a comprehensive, lifespan sexuality education curricula for use in both secular settings and faith communities.

Interactive workshops and activities engage participants, while step-by-step instructions for program planners and facilitators help ensure success. Seven curricula speak to participants’ needs, by age group:

  • grades K-1
  • grades 4-6
  • grades 7-9
  • grades 10-12
  • young adults
  • adults
  • older adults

Our Whole Lives helps participants make informed and responsible decisions about their relationships, sexual health and behavior. With a holistic approach, Our Whole Lives provides accurate, developmentally appropriate information about a range of topics, including relationships, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, sexual health, and cultural influences on sexuality.

Fall 2023​

Adult OWL

Snowy OWLs —adults ages 21+

Starts August 5 to August 26 | 10:00am to noon | on Zoom (link to be provided)
Join other adults (21+) for a lively discussion series on how values inform our decisions in relationships –romantic and otherwise. This group starts with topics selected by the facilitators, and then allows ample time for self-reflection, discussion, and questioning. ​

Adult OWL is an holistic sexuality education program for older adults that models and fosters caring, compassion, respect, and justice. It balances knowledge-building with exploration of attitudes, values, and feelings about one’s own and others’ sexuality. This program is comprehensive and progressive, addressing sexuality with candor, sensitivity, and respect for older adults’ wisdom and life experience.

In an inclusive and developmentally appropriate manner, the Our Whole Lives curriculum series addresses sensitive topics that are typically excluded from sexuality education. This series will examine topics such as: Sexuality and Values; Attitudes about Aging; Examining Sexual Scripts; The Sexual Body; Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity; Intimacy; Sexual Consent and Boundaries; Family Matters; Sexuality and Loss; Reframing Sexuality, Disability, and Chronic Illness; Body Image; Dating as an Older Adult; Safer Sex; and Sex Play Beyond Basics.​

Dates: Saturdays on Zoom

Time: 10 -noon (AZ time) 

Cost: $40 for the workshop, but generous scholarships are available. No one will be turned away due to ability to pay.

Western Screech Owl –Sex Ed for Young(ish) Adults: Millennials + Gen Z

Weekly on Sundays, starting September 10th | 4:00-5:30 pm | Virtually on Zoom

Join us for Sex Ed for Young(ish) Adults, where we explore relationships, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, sexual health, and cultural influences on sexuality, together with other Millennials + Gen Z. Sign-up at uujaz.org/register

Spring 2024

 

Spring 2024

Children/Youth OWL

Barn OWLs –Children ages 9-11 years old and/or in 4-6th grades

Sundays January 28 to April 28 | 12:30-2:00pm | at MVUU 3235 W. Orange Grove Rd

  • No classes Feb 25, March 10, and  March 31
  • Program Orientation* at least one parent/ guardian is required to attend the Parent Orientation. Date : January 28th from 12:30-2:45pm
  • Cost $85.00 per student (scholarships available)
  • To pay either:
    • send a check (made out to MVUU with OWL in the memo) to PO BOX 91080 Tucson, AZ 85752
    • Or pay by Credit Card at https://mvuu.org/donate/. Select “OWL Payment”.
  • Discounts
    • -$10 discount for Baja 4 members
    • -$20 discount for the second child

***Scholarships are available! Please ask!**

 

Questions? Contact [email protected]

 

Spotted OWLs —Children ages 12-15 years old and/or in 7-9th grades

Sundays January 7 to May 5 | 12:30-3:30pm |   at MVUU 3235 W. Orange Grove Rd

  • No classes Feb 25, March 10, and March 31
  • Last day to register is Dec 26
  • Program Orientation* at least one parent/ guardian is required to attend the Parent Orientation. Date: January 7th 12:30-3:30pm
  • Cost: $140 per student (scholarships available)
  • To pay either:

    • send a check (made out to MVUU with OWL in the memo) to PO BOX 91080 Tucson, AZ 85752
    • Or pay by Credit Card at https://mvuu.org/donate/. Select “OWL Payment”.
  • Discounts
    • -$10 discount for Baja 4 members
    • -$20 discount for the second child


***Scholarships are available! Please ask!**

 Questions? Contact [email protected]