What is Consent Action Week?
Consent Action Week is an educational initiative created by the Ontario University Sexual Violence Network held each January at universities across Ontario. During January 17-24, 2025 the Wellness Education & Promotion Centre, the S.A.F.E. (Sexual Assault Free Environment) Peer Team and on and off-campus partners will be hosting Consent Action Week; an opportunity for the University of Guelph campus community to create a dialogue about consent, pleasure, relationships and increase understanding of sexual and gender-based violence. This week is also an opportunity to raise awareness of both on and off-campus services and to engage staff, faculty and students in programming and events centred around healing, prevention and advocacy.
Events:
Friday, January 17, 2025: Consent and Connections Resource Fair
Knowing the range of options for resources and support can help survivors connect with supports that best meet their needs. Students, staff and faculty are invited to attend the Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Resource Fair to learn more about the many amazing on-campus and community-based supports and resources available. The event will also feature bracelet making, instant prizes, and a grand prize draw for a self-care kit!
Time: 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
Location: UC Courtyard
Registration: No registration required.
Monday, January 20, 2025: Tea Time with SAFE: What’s the Tea on Consent?
You might be familiar with the concept that "consent is like tea", but consent can also be a lot more nuanced than that! Stop by to chat with our Peer Helpers, learn more about consent, and make your own tea bag!
Time: 2:00-3:30pm
Location: UC Courtyard
Registration: No registration required.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025: Let's Chat About Consent: Graduate Student Research Panel [1]
Join the S.A.F.E. (Sexual Assault Free Environment) team and our panel of grad students studying consent, sexual and gender-based violence, and related topic for an engaging discussion on building a culture of consent on campus with University of Guelph graduate students. Pizza and refreshments will be served! Open to all UofG students, staff, faculty and community members.
Time: 5:30-7:00pm
Location: RICH 2529
Registration: https://gryphlife.uoguelph.ca/event/285148 [2]
Thursday, January 23, 2025: Attending Frosty Mug? Stop by our Gryphons Ask First Booth!
If you are attending the Frosty Mug, make sure to stop by and chat with the S.A.F.E. (Sexual Assault Free Environment) team about consent for your chance to win a Gryphons Ask First t-shirt, sticker, gift card, or other swag item!
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Location: Sleeman Centre
Registration: Tickets for the Frosty Mug must be purchased in advance through Athletics. [3]
