Aussie Children Taught to Reject Kisses, Hugs with Grandma
by Simon Kent An Australian school program is teaching young children about the boundaries for sexual consent by explaining they have the right to reject kisses and physical contact with their grandmother. It is part of a move to teach children about “body autonomy” and highlights concepts around sexuality and consent as they move through the school system. The Respectful Relationships program being taught in the state of Victoria’s schools is meant to help kids learn to say no to unwanted physical contact. But in one “child-friendly” example, educator Margie Buttriss ignited a storm of controversy when she told...
by Simon Kent An Australian school program is teaching young children about the boundaries for sexual consent by explaining they have the right to reject kisses and physical contact with their grandmother. It is part of a move to...
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