CONSENT IN CLASSROOMS
TEACHER GUIDE
LESSON 2: Importance of Consent Education
LESSON 2
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Importance of Consent Education
LESSON 2 - Importance of Consent Education
As a person working with youth, you have an amazing opportunity to create change in the life of a young person.
The purpose of this section is to provide you with the foundation for having constructive conversations about consent in the classroom. This section answers the question ‘Why consent education in schools?’ and offers tips for preparing to bring these conversations into your classroom space.
Audio Introduction to Lesson 2
Introduction to Sexual Violence Prevention
This video provides an overview of sexual violence rates in Canada and why it is important to take action and commit to sexual violence prevention.
Constructive Classroom Conversations
This video offers tips for constructive classroom conversations about consent and offers insight into best practices for facilitating conversations about sexual violence prevention.
Need Support?
We understand that these topics can bring up difficult feelings. If you’re looking for extra support or someone to talk to please look through our resource section for a wide array of helplines, resources, support groups, and counselling options.