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Karla didn’t want others to experience what she went through without warning. That’s why she chose to share her story—not for attention, but for education and prevention.

“I thought I was alone,” she said. “But I’m not. And I don’t want anyone else to feel that way.”

By speaking out, Karla opened the door for conversations that too often remain behind closed doors. Her story is now being used by health educators and advocates to promote more inclusive and thorough education practices.

A Larger Conversation: Respecting Young People’s Right to Knowledge

The conversation isn’t about encouraging or discouraging any specific choices. It’s about ensuring that every young person has the information and tools they need to protect their health and well-being.