"This is just the tip of the iceberg, actually. During our studies in the many districts in Sabah, there were many other unreported cases. This case is certainly not unique. Many of the children simply do not understand what happened to them.



"At the same time, teachers have a big responsibility to be the eyes and ears (of the authorities) sometimes, and they must know how to take action when students confide in them," FMT reported her as saying, adding that sex education does not mean students are taught about sexual activities.



She explained that in sex ed classes, children are taught about inappropriate behaviour, especially what to do when adults who are close to them take advantage of them.