14.1: Introduction to Consent, Coercion, and Sexual Violence
After completing this module, students should have a working knowledge of:
- Consent
- Sexual coercion in its many forms
- Preventing sexual assault through cultural shifts on gendered behavior
- Current events
- Sexual violence support services
Introduction
Chapter content warning. Possible trigger. The following chapter will examine consent, sexual coercion, and different sexual assaults including, rape, incest, human trafficking, and forced prostitution. We will discuss current events and propose solutions to end sexual violence. This chapter will cover some material that the reader may find upsetting. Proceed with caution, and be sure to practice self-care, however that looks for you.