Why consent education should start in childhood
TW: This blog post includes discussions of child sexual abuse. Recently, I attended and participated in a consent workshop led by sexuality nurse and professional, Vanessa Hamilton. With a plethora …
Consent in Universities: Fostering a Culture of Respect
Disclaimer: This article does not contain legal advice and includes discussionsof sexual assault and consent, which some readers may find distressing. If youneed to reach out to seek help or …
Digital Dating: Do’s and Don’ts
CW: This blog contains descriptions of online-based sexual abuse relating to sexting, dating apps and other online activity. From sliding into someone’s DMs to that dopamine hit from receiving that …
Empowered Together 2023 Wrapped
If you’re reading this, congratulations – you have successfully made it to the end of another year! Whether 2023 signified a year of changes, encouraged you to reach your goals, made you …
Young People Are Calling For Change, Lets Give Them a Voice That Can Be Heard
CW: This post contains descriptions of sexual violence. If you need to seek out help or support, please contact 1800RESPECT. Youth empowerment has led to immense progression when it comes …
Peer Pressure Can Impact the Ability to Give Affirmative Consent. We need to talk about this.
Disclaimer: This article does not contain legal advice and includes discussions of sexual assault as well as alcohol and drug use, which some readers may find distressing. If you need …
Why #PRIDE Matters More Than Ever
CW: This blog post includes discussions of homophobia, transphobia and discrimination, which some readers might find distressing. June has come and gone – and so has #PrideMonth, with its bright …
Why is the 2023 Met Gala Problematic?
CW: This article includes discussions of sexual assault, fatphobia, racism and misogyny, which some readers may find distressing. If you need to reach out to seek help or support, please …
Empowered Together’s collaboration with the Inclusion Foundation
Back in February, Empowered Together had the privilege of facilitating our Consent 101 workshop for participants at the Inclusion Foundation – a for-purpose charity paving the way to an inclusive …
Tokenistic International Women’s Day losing its power to make real change
International Women’s Day is a day intended to promote the presence and power of women’s voices all around the world, a day that allows people of all genders to reflect …