Internet gatekeepers block sex ed content because algorithms think they're porn

The internet has changed how kids learn about sex, but sex ed in the classroom still sucks. In Sex Ed 2.0, Mashable explores the state of sex ed and imagines a future where digital innovations are used to teach consent, sex positivity, respect, and responsibility.

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The algorithms that drive products like YouTube, Facebook, and Apple's iOS software share a common challenge: They can't seem to consistently distinguish between pornography and sexual and reproductive health content. 

That's because the code engineered to prevent "adult" material from popping up in your timeline or search results can also easily block educational content meant to offer internet users candid, factual information about sex, sexuality, and health.  Read more...

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