Consent
What does consent mean?
Freely agreeing to participate in something, such as sexual activity.
What is one important rule friends should follow when going to a party together?
Stick together, look out for each other, etc...
True or False: What someone wears can cause sexual assault.
false
What is someone called who steps in to help prevent harm in a situation?
An upstander.
What age group makes up about 75% of sexual assault victims?
Ages 14–25.
True or False: Silence means consent.
False — silence is not consent.
What should you do if your friend seems too intoxicated at a party?
Help them get water, stay with them, and make sure they get home safely.
True or False: Most sexual assaults are committed by strangers.
False — most victims know the person.
What psychological phenomenon causes people to wait for someone else to act?
The bystander effect.
What medical procedure can collect evidence after a sexual assault?
A rape kit
What two words summarize the idea that someone must clearly agree before any sexual activity?
Yes means yes.
Why is accepting drinks from someone repeatedly risky?
Because someone may pressure you to drink more or try to intoxicate you.
What harmful attitude blames victims for being assaulted?
Victim blaming.
What is one simple way to interrupt a potentially dangerous situation at a party?
Create a distraction or check on the person who looks uncomfortable.
True or False: Most sexual assaults are reported to the police.
Why can someone who is extremely drunk or incapacitated not give consent?
Because they are not fully aware or able to make clear decisions.
What is a safe strategy many people use to make sure their drinks aren’t tampered with?
Watch your drink being made and never leave it unattended.
What is wrong with saying “they were asking for it”?
It blames the victim instead of the person who committed the assault.
In the skit, what did a friend do when he/she saw a victim being grabbed by an assaulter?
He/she stepped in and told the victim and the others they were leaving.
Why might someone not report sexual assault right away?
Fear, shame, confusion, or not remembering clearly.
If someone says “maybe later,” “I’m not sure,” or tries to avoid the situation instead of saying “no,” what does that mean regarding consent?
It is NOT consent. Consent must be clear, enthusiastic, and ongoing.
In many sexual assault cases at parties, what common factor is involved that makes people more vulnerable?
Alcohol or drugs.
Why is the idea that “boys will be boys” wrong in conversations about sexual assault?
It excuses harmful behavior and normalizes ignoring consent.
Name two actions a bystander can take to safely intervene.
Distract the situation, directly tell someone to stop, get help from friends or adults, stay with the person who looks unsafe...
Approximately what percentage of victims know the person who assaulted them?
2/3