The Article 64 Association organizes a scientific conference 'The Battle for Childhood'
The Article 64 Association is organizing a scientific conference titled 'The Battle for Childhood' to discuss the impact of gender-sexual agendas in education and its effects on child development and societal relationships.
The Article 64 Association is set to host a scientific conference entitled 'The Battle for Childhood: Gender-Sexual Agenda in Education,' scheduled for Wednesday, April 11, 2026, at the Å kolska knjiga venue in Zagreb. This event aims to address critical questions regarding the implications of normalizing gender-sexual content within the public education system, particularly how it influences children's brain development, identity formation, and the stability of societal relationships over the long term. The conference will explore the ideological conflicts and interdisciplinary scientific insights regarding biological and developmental laws related to human growth. Notably, developmental neuroscience, psychology, and evolutionary biology consistently affirm that children's brains are incredibly sensitive to repeated normative messages during formative stages of maturation. The relativization of biological gender categories, premature sexualization, and the destabilization of developmental identity frameworks pose significant challenges to neurodevelopment, shaping how children perceive themselves and their relationships with others. By bringing together experts to discuss these pressing issues, the conference seeks to raise awareness and instigate critical dialogue on the societal and developmental consequences of adopting specific educational agendas. This conversation is crucial in an era where the discourse surrounding gender and sexuality is increasingly polarized, influencing educational practices and policies throughout Croatia.