True or False
True or False: Consent is important to all types of physical contact with others
True.
Yes or No: If I know someone well, consent does not matter
Consent is always required. Even if you know someone well, you should always have consent before touching someone.
What is consent?
This is the enthusiastic and voluntary agreement to engage in a specific activity, which is crucial in all relationships to ensure both everyone is comfortable and willing.
What should you do before touching anyone?
ask and respect decision/gain consent
What is the biggest bird in the world?
Ostrich
True or False: You do not need consent for "roughhousing" with a peer or friend as long as it is in a silly way
Roughhousing: people push and hit each other, or behave in a silly way
False.
Why are boundaries and communication important when it comes to consent?
Open and honest communication about boundaries and expectations is key to obtaining and maintaining consent.
What is body language?
Showing thoughts and feelings with your body, like your face, eyes, body movements and more.
What should you do if someone tells you to stop or no? What are the consequences for not showing respect?
Respect the boundary - STOP
- having to talk about it with parents, staff
- Hurt relationships/friendships
Which type of dog is typically associated with firehouses?
Dalmatian
True or False: Consent is only needed in dating relationships.
False.
If you take someone's picture, and they ask you to delete it, what do you do?
What is Withdrawal of Consent ?
At any point, a person has the right to withdraw their consent. It's essential for both people to respect this decision and immediately stop.
- this is important to all types of boundaries
Why does consent matter in the world and at SME? List at least 2 reasons
- people should be treated with respect
- people should feel safe and comfortable
- small things can escalate to bigger things
How many hearts does an octopus have?
3
True or False: Consent can be given by silence or non-verbal cues alone.
False
What should you do if someone is not respecting consent?
- tell a teacher/staff member/parent
- keep saying no
- if safe, try to have a discussion with them
What is Peer Pressure?
This refers to situations in which one partner may feel pressured or coerced into any activity by the other. It's important for teens to understand the difference between consent and pressure and to prioritize open communication and respect.
Does consent apply to only your relationships or to everyone you talk to and why?
Consent helps establish and maintain personal boundaries. In everyday interactions, respecting personal boundaries is essential to maintain healthy and respectful relationships. This can include respecting personal space, not pressuring someone into doing something they're uncomfortable with, and understanding that people have different comfort levels with various activities.
Which bird can fly backwards?
Hummingbird
True or False: If someone initially consents to an activity but later changes their mind, their new choice should be respected.
True
How can you ensure that consent is respected in any relationship? List at least 3 ways
- having open and honest communication
- regular check-ins
- Be open to feedback
What is bodily autonomy?
You are in charge of your own body
What are things you can work on to help others around you (friends/peers) feel comfortable and safe?
Name at least 3 things
- asking for consent before physical touch (hug, roughhousing)
- work on impulse control
- have open communication
- set and respect boundaries
-listen and respect when someone says no
Which is the fastest land animal?
Cheetah