About CHAP



A working network of individuals who address
health-related issues in the Greater Mankato Area.
Our goal is to encourage healthy and responsible decision-making by teens.

Chap Fundraising NightCHAP Guiding Principles

CHAP affirms that sexuality is a fundamental part of being human, one that is worthy of dignity and respect. Human sexuality encompasses the sexual knowledge, beliefs, attitudes, values, and behaviors of individuals. Sexuality is influenced by ethical, spiritual, cultural, and moral concerns.

Sexuality Education

Sexuality education is a lifelong process that begins at birth. Parents, family, peers, partners, schools, religion, and the media influence the messages people receive about sexuality at all stages of life. These messages can be conflicting, incomplete, and inaccurate.


Parents are–and ought to be–their children’s primary sexuality educators, but they may need help and encouragement to fulfill this important role. Religious leaders, youth and community group leaders, and health and education professionals can complement and augment the sexuality education that takes place at home.


“Let’s Talk” – Sex Talk for Parents

“Let’s Talk” sessions seek to foster positive adult-youth connection and communication with information that includes:

  • Age-specific child development and sexual expression
  • Tips and strategies for positive prevention

“Let’s Talk” sessions are facilitated by local health and school professionals targeting the:

High Schools Years (Grades 9—12)
Middle Level Years (Grades 5—8)
Elementary Years (Grades K—4)
Early Childhood Years

Project for Teens – P4T

A peer education program involving Mankato Area High School students dedicated to preventing teen pregnancy and promoting the well-being of younger age peers. P4T peer leaders serve as dynamic and positive role models to:

  • promote healthy/responsible decision making
  • provide accurate information about risks associated with sexual and other youth risk behaviors (alcohol & drug use, cyber-activity, bullying)
  • address the reality and role of peer pressure at the high school level
  • teach communication skills - including negotiation and refusal skills - that younger students can use in "risky" situations

P.O. Box 3341
Mankato, MN 56002
mankatochap@gmail.com

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