The Church of Jesus Christs of Latter-day Saints has expressed its apprehension regarding recent efforts to incorporate educational materials touching on transgenderism, LGBT concerns, crossdressing, and other subjects associated with lesser-known sexual orientations.
The church argued that exposing children to these subjects during their formative years might lead to confusion and conflicts with conventional societal norms.
Moreover, the church places strong emphasis on the preservation of cultural values within the educational framework.
In the communique handed out at the end of the church titled, ‘Strengthening Families Conference’ held in the FCT, Mr Victor Eze, the Abuja-Nigeria Stake President, expressed their worries considering the frenzy for inclusion of inappropriate content in school curricula.
He stressed the need to be cautious about the potential negative consequences that could arise from incorporating material related to transgenderism, LGBT issues, crossdressing, and other aspects of controversial sexuality into the minds of impressionable young individuals.
The core of his argument was the worry that by incorporating these topics into the educational system, children might develop conflicting perspectives, which could erode the foundations of the traditional family structure and cultural heritage.
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His words, ‘The conference talked about divergent topics and issues relating to marriages and families and resolved as follows:’
‘That African governments should resist the pressures by groups who are anti-traditional marriages and families.’
‘That the Ministries of Education of all African countries should not yield to pressures to infiltrate the school curricular with inappropriate content that seeks to introduce children to sexuality.’
He strongly believed that education should place a priority on imparting knowledge that resonates with cultural and traditional values.
Moreover, Ikpa Nkanang, the church’s Director of Communication, pointed out that teaching children about topics related to obscure sexuality at a young age may not be appropriate and could result in societal discord.
‘Our children’s education should prioritize imparting knowledge that aligns with our cultural and traditional values,’ he said.
Nkanang also emphasised that the event featured speakers and panel discussants from various disciplines who delved into a wide array of topics and issues relevant to marriages and families.
Additionally, Nkanang pointed out that during the event, a multitude of speakers and panel discussants from different areas of expertise addressed a diverse set of topics and issues relating to marriages and families.
Among the notable resolutions achieved at the conference, the promotion of healthy relationships within marriages and families stood out as a major priority.
Participants actively discussed and exchanged various strategies and best practices, giving special attention to effective communication, conflict resolution, and mutual respect.
‘Marriage and family life come with their fair share of challenges. However, by fostering open and honest communication, ensuring both partners feel heard and valued, and promoting respect and understanding, we can build strong and fulfilling relationships that withstand the test of time,’ Nkanang said.
With a remarkable attendance of 245,727 individuals, the conference lasted for two days, accommodating both in-person and online participation.