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Consent

We hear a lot about consent when it comes to sex. But what does consent mean? How do we ask someone for consent to kiss them? To have sex with them? How do we decide if we want to give someone consent? 

As well – should people be asking us for our consent about other things besides sex? Should staff ask for our consent when figuring out what the day’s activities will be? Can our parents make us eat broccoli without our consent?

Let’s have a conversation!

Videos

How do You Know if Someone Wants to Have Sex With You?

If sex is going to happen, it’s essential that everyone agrees that they want to. If a person agrees they want to have sex, that means they’re giving consent. But how can you tell if someone wants to have sex? How can you tell if someone is giving consent? In this guest video by Planned Parenthood, they break it down and make it clear.

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What Can I do if my Doctor Doesn’t Listen to me?

How Do You Handle Unwanted Sexual or Romantic Advances on the Internet?

Hi, I’m McKenzie – A Real Talk Comic Book

What Does it Feel Like When You’re NOT Consenting?

What Does Consent Mean? What Does it Feel Like?

Do you Both Want to Kiss? How do you Know?

How Should Family & Staff Support Your Love Life?

Have you Ever Dated Someone Without a Disability?
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Resources

Support Info

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VCHA Guide to Supporting Sexual Health and Intimacy in Care Facilities

Vancouver Coastal Health Authority published a pocket guide detailing how to support the sexuality of folks living in care facilities.

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Talking to People With Learning Disabilities About Sex

For a while now people have been asking for a short pamphlet on this topic for families and staff.

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STARS

A great tool for sex and consent conversations.

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Is That Legal?

A print-based, plain-language resource about online sexual harassment and your legal rights.

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Women Against Violence Against Women

Support for women, trans, two-spirit, and nonbinary folks who have experienced violence.

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BC Association for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse (BCSMSSA)

Support for males who have been sexually abused at some time in their lives.

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VictimLink BC

24/7 free, confidential support for victims of crimes across B.C. and the Yukon.

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Scarleteen

A sexuality and relationships website for teens and emerging adults.

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Amaze

A website with animated sex-ed videos on lots of crucial topics.

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News

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What Real Talk Did From 2017 to 2022

In April 2023, we sent a report to our funders about all the things we did from 2017-2022. Now we’ve made version that’s way more fun to read.

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Sex Education Season 3 Is Must-See TV

Canadians with Disabilities Discuss Consent

Animated TV Series Mixes Sex Education With Smart Comedy

NPR Investigation Into Sexual Abuse – Text and Audio Formats

I Overcame Domestic Violence Despite My Disability

Our Sexuality, Our Health: A Disabled Advocate’s Guide

Resources for Resilience

UK Community Living Report on Sexuality and Safety

Free Sexual Health Resources from Elevatus Training

Satire Videos From Edmonton’s Self Advocacy Federation

Books on Cognitive Disability and Sexuality

Cripping Up Sex With Eva – A Great Sex Ed Website
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