by admin | Apr 23, 2019 | Conversation, Support, Teen
5 Ways to Make Talking about Sex (and Consent) Less Awkward Talking about sex may be awkward. It may be awkward because sex is taboo to talk about in our culture. Americans have shame around bodies and sexuality, so talking openly about sex and sexuality may bring up...
by admin | Apr 23, 2019 | Conversation, Support, Teen
Conversations about sex and sexuality are an important way to build trust and understanding that may help prevent sexual harm. If you are thinking of starting a sexual relationship with someone, make some space to discuss how you both feel about sex, your bodies, and...
by admin | Apr 23, 2019 | Conversation, Teen
How to Help Your Friends Talk About Boundaries Luckily and sadly we are currently living in the #metoo era. Luckily because, finally, people are talking about consent and boundaries. Sadly because there are so many people that don’t know about their own boundaries and...
by admin | Mar 22, 2019 | Conversation, Education, Mentor
How Can a School Prevent Sexual Violence? The school environment can encourage certain behaviors and discourage others. Here are some ways to alter the school environment to reduce behaviors that may develop into violence. Hang posters that promote consent and sexual...
by admin | Mar 22, 2019 | Conversation, Mentor
Unpacking Reactions As teachers and mentors trying to prevent sexual violence, you may encounter strong emotional responses from young people in regards to the content about lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning (LGBTQ+) people. Evidence...
by admin | Mar 15, 2019 | Conversation, Teen
What if Your Friends Say, “I Want to Have Healthy Boundaries, But How Can I Figure Them Out?” Let’s talk about the different types of boundaries you may want to discuss with friends. We find that having an intentional conversation with your friends & partners...
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