New Tools Equip Teachers to Bring Consent and Human Rights Education to Schools

New Tools Equip Teachers to Bring Consent and Human Rights Education to Schools

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The completion of the Capacity Building activities for teachers, part of Message Consent activities, marks a significant step in integrating human rights education and consent into elementary school curricula. Through a series of local workshops and an international Learning, Teaching, and Training Activity (LTTA), teachers across Europe now have access to practical tools and strategies to address these important topics.

The activities supported the ongoing development of the Guide for Teachers, Experiential Learning Lesson Plans, and the Digital Learning Hub. These resources help educators teach concepts like consent and respect in a straightforward and age-appropriate way while creating safer, more inclusive classrooms.

Key Results

  • Improved Teaching Tools: The Teachers Guide and lesson plans provide clear guidance for teaching consent and human rights effectively.
  • Interactive Learning Materials: Videos and activities introduce students to consent and human rights in relatable terms, helping them build understanding and empathy.
  • Support for Educators and Parents: The Digital Learning Hub offers resources and a space for collaboration on teaching life skills.
  • Focus on Well-Being: These resources contribute to a positive school culture by addressing bullying and supporting mental health.

Impact Across Schools

The Capacity Building activities for teachers engaged elementary school educators in workshops and practical training sessions focused on incorporating human rights education into regular lessons. Teachers gained strategies and tools to make teaching consent and respect part of everyday learning, benefiting both students and school communities.

These efforts align with the project’s goal of integrating human rights education and life skills into school curriculums in a lasting and practical way.

Looking Ahead

This project demonstrates the value of collaboration in education. By providing teachers with effective resources, it supports the creation of inclusive and respectful learning environments for students across Europe.

For more information, visit https://messageconsent.eu/.

Message Consent Project Unveils Groundbreaking Guide and Lesson Plans for Teaching Consent in Elementary Schools

Message Consent Project Unveils Groundbreaking Guide and Lesson Plans for Teaching Consent in Elementary Schools

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Transnational Project Meeting in Cagliari Marks Milestone in Consent Education, Aims to Transform Early Childhood Learning

The “Message Consent” project consortium, funded by Erasmus+, proudly announces the finalization of its innovative educational tools at the second Transnational Project Meeting (TPM) held in Cagliari, Sardinia, on November 6th and 7th. This landmark event highlighted the progress in developing vital resources for elementary education: the “Message Consent” Guide and Lesson Plans, set to revolutionize consent education for young learners.

The primary goal of these newly devised materials, available for download at Message Consent’s Activities, is to equip elementary school teachers and education professionals with effective tools for teaching consent as a fundamental life skill. This initiative aligns with the project’s commitment to early intervention in preventing gender-based violence, emphasizing respect for personal boundaries and empowering children to understand and communicate their wishes.

In Cagliari, partners critically reviewed these resources, ensuring their alignment with Human Rights Education (HRE) principles and their effectiveness in conveying crucial communication skills to children aged 8-12. The guide focuses on mentoring educators in imparting negotiation and boundary-setting skills, while the lesson plans feature seven experiential and interactive modules tailored for primary school educators.

Additionally, the meeting in Cagliari underscored the forthcoming launch of the Message Consent Digital Hub and the development of training content by experts. These efforts aim to bolster the European teachers’ community, furthering the project’s reach and impact.

For more information about the project, its goals, and to download the educational materials, please visit Message Consent. Interested parties can also connect with the project through social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

About the project

Message Consent project, funded by Erasmus+, is dedicated to creating inclusive and human rights-based educational materials for elementary school teachers and education professionals. Its aim is to develop skills in teaching consent as a life skill, following a child-centered approach, thereby contributing significantly to the prevention of gender-based violence and the promotion of respectful interpersonal relationships from an early age.