Erin's Law
What happened to Erin when she was 6 years old?
A grown-up broke the Swimsuit Rule by touching her private parts.
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What do coping skills do?
Help us calm down
What is a boundary?
A limit you set for your body, feelings, or space to keep yourself comfortable and safe
What is the difference between an unsafe touch and an unwanted touch?
An unsafe touch is any touch that hurts you or someone else. (Never okay!)
An unwanted touch could be "safe" but you don't want it! (like a boundary)
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What makes someone a trusted adult?
They listen to you, believe you, support you, and help you. (And they're an adult!)
Why did Erin help create "Erin's Law?"
She didn't want anyone else to go through what she went through without knowing how to get help.
What are 3 good coping skills?
Lots of examples! (Drink water, nap, 5 finger breathing, journaling, playing outside)
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How can we respect someone's boundaries?
Listen to them! And pay attention to their body language.
What does your swimsuit cover up?
Private parts
What is a bad secret? Give an example
Anything that hurts your or someone else
Anything that makes you feel uncomfortable or scared
What is Erin's full name?
Erin Merryn
What is a bad coping skill?
Physical violence, breaking things, yelling at someone
Who sets your boundaries?
YOU!!!
If someone breaks the Swimsuit Rule and tells you to keep it a secret, what should you do?
Tell a trusted adult!
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Are the adults you live with (parents, grandparents, etc.) mandated reporters for you?
No. They could be your trusted adult though!
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What is Erin's Law about?
Body safety education
Will everyone have the same coping skills that work for them?
No, everyone is different!
A friend wants to give you a hug, but you aren't feeling up for a hug. What would you say to this friend?
No thank you.
I don't want a hug right now.
Please don't touch me, I need more space.
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Should a parent or family member touch your private parts?
No
Who is a Mandated Reporter? Give an example
Police, Firemen, Paramedics, Teachers, Doctors, Nurses
How many states have passed "Erin's Law" so far?
38
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3 Rules for coping skills
Don't hurt others
Don't hurt yourself
Don't break things
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What are two ways you can tell others about your boundaries?
Your voice and body language
Who may sometimes need to touch/see private parts in order to keep you healthy?
Doctors/nurses - ONLY to make sure you are healthy and not hurt
If you have been asked to keep a bad secret how many times should we tell a trusted adult?
Until they listen and help!