Communication, Consent and Advocacy Skills
PSHE for Young Adults Building Confidence and Respect Entry Level 1 Learning
What is Consent?
Consent means saying YES when someone asks permission We ask before we borrow things We ask before we touch or hug someone It's about respect and being kind
Practice: Assertive Communication
Use the sentence: 'I feel... when... I need...' Practice with a partner Try different situations Be clear and polite
Body Language Detective
What does this body language tell us? Happy or uncomfortable? How can we tell?
Comfortable vs Uncomfortable
{"left":"Smiling face\nRelaxed shoulders\nMaking eye contact\nStanding close","right":"Frowning or upset face\nCrossed arms\nLooking away\nStepping back"}
Being a Good Friend
Ask 'Are you OK?' if someone looks upset Say 'Do you want help?' when someone needs support Use 'I'm here for you' to show you care Listen and be kind
Create Your Consent Toolkit
Collect today's key phrases Add pictures or symbols Make it personal to you Keep it to use later
Remember
'Respect others and respect yourself' You have learned to communicate clearly, understand consent, and support your friends