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Should Tinder be teaching us about consent?
Sep 18, 2024
Chanel Contos, an advocate for sexual consent and founder of Teach Us Consent, joins the conversation to delve into Tinder's new Consent Course. The discussion tackles whether dating apps truly understand the need for consent education or if it’s just a PR stunt. Chanel highlights alarming statistics revealing a lack of awareness among Gen Z regarding consent issues like stealthing. The talk advocates for open dialogues about consent in modern relationships, emphasizing the necessity of education to combat sexual violence and entitlement.
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- Tinder’s new Consent Course, created with Teach Us Consent, aims to educate users but raises questions about its effectiveness given its voluntary nature.
- The initiative highlights the responsibility of dating platforms in addressing societal issues related to consent, aiming to foster healthier interpersonal dynamics.
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Tinder's New Initiative on Consent Education
Tinder has launched a consent education course in partnership with organizations like Teach Us Consent and the Women's Service Network, aiming to enhance users' understanding of consent. The initiative emerged after data revealed a concerning lack of knowledge about consent among its users, particularly Gen Z, with 75% unaware of 'stealthing,' a growing legal concern in Australia. This highlights the normalization of certain forms of sexual violence, prompting the necessity for educational interventions. The course is seen as a potential step towards empowering users to communicate their boundaries and desires effectively.
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