This lesson responds to rising instances of sexual harassment in schools and reminds young women that our bodies are to be respected and that sex should always be given freely, never taken.
Ideal for Year 9 and above.
Learning objectives
Identify our positive attributes to build self-worth
Understand concepts of intimacy and consent and their importance in healthy relationships
Explore issues surrounding sexual assault/harassment and strategies to safeguard ourselves and others
Key content
Practical tasks to reflect on personal strengths that highlight the need to value ourselves
Definitions of intimacy in a variety of relationships and the importance of respecting personal boundaries
Discussion on motivating factors in romantic relationships
Exploration of consent and coercion inc. practical tools to identify what these may look like
Topical vox-pops from teens around the UK
A critical look at consent in the media inc. case studies
A personal story of hope on this topic
Stats and information on sexual assault and harassment and strategies to respond to this
A Christian response to this topic inc. biblical teachings on value and respect
Signposting to appropriate agencies and sources of additional support
Key curriculum themes
Health and wellbeing: Self-concept, Mental health and emotional wellbeing, Managing risk and personal safety
Relationships: Positive Relationships, Relationship values, Forming and maintaining respectful relationships, Consent, Bullying, abuse and discrimination, Social influences
Living in the wider world: Learning skills
