FITNESS, FASHION, AND THE POWER OF CONSENT

K-12 STEAM education

Expand existing project, program, or initiative (expanding and continuing ongoing, successful work)

There is a significant lack of education about consent and driving under the influence for teen girls and boys. This is a critical issue: 1 in 5 women and 1 in 16 men are sexually assaulted while in college, often due to a lack of consent education in high school. Additionally, teen drivers are three times more likely than adults to be involved in a fatal crash due to alcohol impairment. Comprehensive education on these topics can reduce these alarming statistics and foster safer, more responsible behavior among teens.

We are combining dynamic sports training with comprehensive consent education for young men and athletes. This program will support their sports goals and aspirations while empowering them with crucial knowledge about consent. We will teach these young men not only how to be protectors for girls and women but also how to protect themselves. Far too many teen boys jeopardize their futures and scholarship opportunities by driving under the influence or committing assaults.
We are providing a separate consent course for teen girls, which has shown amazing results in the past. This will take place on homecoming and prom days. Girls will receive beauty services for their school dance and go through an educational session about consent. They'll learn the power of their voice, what to do if they feel endangered, how to ask for support, and how to set up a safety plan with their guardians. All students will be provided with essential resources like clothing, hygiene and wellness products, beauty services, and more.

By integrating comprehensive education on consent and responsible driving with dynamic sports and leadership training, we empower youth to excel as athletes and responsible community members. This approach will reduce rates of sexual assault and DUI incidents among teens.
Moreover, our initiative includes providing essential resources which are crucial for their well-being. This support strengthens community bonds by fostering a sense of inclusivity and care.
Ultimately, successful implementation will cultivate a safer, more respectful environment in Los Angeles County, where youth are empowered and nothing jeopardizes their chances at a bright future.

To measure our impact, we closely collaborate with school leadership to track several key metrics:
Progress Reports: We collect and analyze progress reports from participating schools to monitor changes in student behavior, attitudes, and knowledge related to consent and safe driving practices.
Participant Feedback: We regularly gather feedback from students through surveys and interviews to assess their experiences and understanding of the program's teachings.
Community Engagement: We evaluate community engagement and support through feedback from parents, educators, and local organizations involved in our initiative.
Resource Utilization: We monitor the distribution and utilization of essential resources provided to participants, ensuring they meet critical needs effectively.