Consent
What is Consent?
Consent means agreeing to something and giving permission.
What are Boundaries?
Boundaries are rules we set for ourselves about what is okay and not okay, especially regarding our bodies and personal space.
What does it mean to be a self-advocate?
Being a self-advocate means speaking up for yourself and expressing your needs, wants, and feelings in a respectful way
You're playing at recess, and someone keeps pushing you even though you've asked them to stop. What should you do?
You should walk away from the situation and tell a teacher or adult what happened.
Myth or Fact: You don't need to ask for permission before touching someone if you're just playing around.
Myth. It's important to always ask for permission before touching someone, even if you're just playing.
True or False: Touching someone without asking if you're playing around is okay.
False. It's essential to ask for permission before touching someone, even if you're just playing.
True or False: It's okay for someone to keep touching you even after you ask them to stop.
False. It's important to respect when someone says 'stop' or 'no' and to listen to their boundaries.
True or False: It's important to ask for help if you don't understand something in class.
True. Asking for help is a form of self-advocacy and shows that you care about your learning.
You're at a sleepover, and your friend wants to share a secret about someone else that makes you feel uncomfortable. What should you do?
You should tell your friend that you don't want to hear the secret and change the subject. If they keep insisting, you should talk to an adult about what happened.
Myth or Fact: If someone is wearing revealing clothing, they're asking for attention and it's okay to touch them without permission.
Myth. What someone wears does not give others permission to touch them without consent.
Can someone give consent if they feel pressured or uncomfortable?
No. Consent should always be freely given, without any pressure or discomfort.
Name three examples of personal boundaries.
Three examples of personal boundaries are: 1. Not wanting to be hugged without permission, 2. Not wanting to share personal information with strangers, and 3. Not wanting someone to touch your belongings without asking.
Name three situations where you might need to practice self-advocacy.
Three situations where you might need to practice self-advocacy are: 1. Asking for extra help from a teacher, 2. Standing up to a bully, and 3. Speaking up if you feel uncomfortable or unsafe.
You're working on a group project, and one of your group members isn't letting you share your ideas. What should you do?
You should politely speak up and tell your group member that you want to share your ideas too. If they continue to ignore you, you should talk to your teacher about what happened.
Myth or Fact: Only adults can experience boundaries violations.
Myth. People of all ages, including kids, can have their boundaries violated, and it's important to respect everyone's boundaries.
Why is it important to talk about consent with friends and family?
It's important to talk about consent to make sure everyone understands that they have the right to say 'yes' or 'no' to things that happen to their bodies.
Why is it important to respect other people's boundaries?
It's important to respect other people's boundaries because everyone has the right to feel safe and comfortable, and respecting boundaries shows that we care about others' feelings and well-being.
Why is it important to stand up for yourself and speak your mind?
It's important to stand up for yourself and speak your mind because it helps you feel empowered and respected, and it ensures that your needs are met.
You're playing a game with your friends, and someone keeps making fun of you. What should you do?
ou should tell the person to stop making fun of you and walk away from the situation. If they continue to bother you, you should talk to a trusted adult about what happened.
Myth or Fact: If you're feeling uncomfortable or unsafe, it's okay to keep it to yourself and not tell anyone.
Myth. It's important to talk to a trusted adult if you're feeling uncomfortable or unsafe so they can help you.
What does it mean to give enthusiastic consent?
Giving enthusiastic consent means being really excited and willing to do something, like hugging or playing, without feeling forced or pressured.
What can you do if someone doesn't respect your boundaries?
If someone doesn't respect your boundaries, you can say 'no' firmly, walk away from the situation, and talk to a trusted adult about what happened.
What can you do if someone is not respecting your boundaries or making you feel uncomfortable?
If someone is not respecting your boundaries or making you feel uncomfortable, you can say 'no' firmly, tell them to stop, and talk to a trusted adult about what happened.
You're at a family gathering, and a relative keeps hugging you even though you've told them you don't want to be hugged. What should you do?
You should firmly tell the relative to stop hugging you and step back. If they continue to hug you against your wishes, you should talk to your parents or another adult about what happened
Myth or Fact: It's rude to say 'no' to someone, even if you don't want to do what they're asking.
Myth. It's important to assert your boundaries and say 'no' when you're not comfortable or don't want to do something.