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Prostitution in France the exchange of sexual acts for money was legal until April , but several surrounding activities were illegal, like operating a brothel , living off the avails pimping , and paying for sex with someone under the age of 18 the age of consent for sex is In the Napoleonic era , France became the model for the regulatory approach to prostitution. In the 20th century, however, a policy shift became apparent.

In , more than presentations were made to 23, pupils. Another activity is monitoring the application of statutes and regulations, for abortion, contraception, and sex education, and fighting to save and advance the rights of sexuality experts. The government has permitted involvement in the preparation of a teaching program dealing with sexual abuse. The dominant influence of the Catholic Church on education has been evident since Up to WWI, religious morality was dominant.