You say "no" to a hug and the person pressures you to change your mind. Consent or not consent?
Not consent
Who can you tell when a bad/unsafe touch happens, or you don’t feel safe?
Parent, Teacher, Counselor, An adult you trust
Is it ok to tell someone to stop if you do not like how they touch you?
Yes! You are the boss of your own body!
The person said “yes” but sounded unsure. Consent or not consent?
Not consent
How can you tell if a touch is inappropriate/unsafe?
The touch makes you feel uncomfortable, hurt, sad or bad. Makes your muscles tense, your heart beat faster, your stomach sick, makes you sweat
You’re in the middle of a hug and the other person changes their mind. Consent or not consent?
Not consent
No one should touch you unless you tell them it is ok. True or False?
True
How can you tell if a touch is confusing?
The touch makes you feel scared, mixed up, uncomfortable or weird. May make you tense, your heart beat fast, and butterflies in your stomach
You need to ask before you can touch anyone. True or false?
True
How can you tell if a touch is appropriate/safe?
The touches are respectful, kind, safe and caring. Makes you smile or laugh. Relaxes your muscles and keeps heart beating normally
The person asks to hug you and you say “sure!” Consent or not consent?
Consent
You really want a hug but the other person doesn’t. Consent or not consent?
Not consent
You ask the person if you can hold their hand and they say “yes”. Consent or not consent?
Consent
Is it ok for you not to hug someone, even if you know the person very well?
Yes! You are the boss of your own body!
The person didn’t say “no” but didn’t say “yes” either. Consent or not consent?
Not consent
The person let you hug them yesterday so it’s ok if you hug them today. Consent or not consent?
Not consent
You ask for a hug and the person says “yes!” enthusiastically. Consent or not consent?
Consent
The other person says “no” but they’re smiling. Consent or not consent?
Not consent
What can you say or do when you don't want a touch?
“I don’t feel like it” “No thanks” “I’m not comfortable with that” “I don’t want to” Shake head "no" Wave your hand. Offer an alternative e.g. high five
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