Resources to prepare schools for their upcoming PPEP Talk® visit
Opt out consent form
Pre PPEP Talk® video
Classroom activity: Pre-PPEP Talk® Presentation Slide Show
Lesson Plan and worksheets
PPEP Talk® Consent Form
This form provides school staff with information to share with parents and carers about the PPEP Talk® (Periods, Pain and Endometriosis Program) being delivered at their school. It outlines the purpose of the program, what students will learn, and important notes for families. PPEP Talk® is an evidence-based, government-funded health education program designed to improve understanding of menstrual health and pelvic pain and to support early help-seeking. Parents and carers only need to complete this form if they wish to opt their child out of participating in the session.
The second download outlines what students are taught in the program.
A word on the contraceptive pill
The pill is often called the contraceptive pill, but its role goes far beyond preventing pregnancy. Many doctors prescribe it to regulate periods, reduce heavy bleeding, ease painful periods, manage endometriosis symptoms, treat acne, and help with premenstrual disorders.
At the Pelvic Pain Foundation of Australia, our focus is menstrual health and pain management. When we refer to this medication for young people we are focussed on its use as a 'menstrual management pill'. We are not promoting or encouraging its use for contraception; rather, we are acknowledging its well‑established medical uses in managing menstrual symptoms. Decisions about any medication should always be made with a qualified health professional, considering individual health needs and family preferences.
Pre PPEP Talk® Video
The Pelvic Pain Foundation of Australia provides a 13‑minute introductory video for teachers to share with students prior to the PPEP Talk® session. The video explains the reproductive anatomy of someone assigned female at birth, outlines the stages of the menstrual cycle, and clarifies key terms such as ovulation, hormones, and periods, giving students a clear and accurate foundation before the main program. Viewing this video in advance supports more effective engagement with PPEP Talk® and promotes informed discussion and learning outcomes.
Lesson One: Basic Menstrual Education
This lesson provides students with a clear, factual introduction to the menstrual cycle. It explains what a period is, why it happens, and the main stages of the cycle, helping students build accurate knowledge, use correct terminology, and understand menstrual health as a normal biological process.
Pre-PPEP Talk® Presentation Slide Show
This slide presentation prepares Year 9 and 10 students for the PPEP Talk® visit by introducing the menstrual cycle in a clear and age-appropriate way. It explains what a period is, why it happens, and the main stages of the menstrual cycle, helping students build a shared understanding of this normal biological process and feel more confident engaging in the upcoming session.
