The focus of the Legal Rights & Responsibilities Module is to help youth recognize one’s responsibilities in relationships with others and the legal implications around engaging in different types of behaviour (e.g., what is considered coercive behaviour, what qualifies as harassment and/or assault, etc.) both online and offline as well as around consent. Finally, they will be provided with resources around accessing legal support.
Big Messages:
- It is important for youth to be aware of their legal rights and responsibilities and how to access support around them
- Youth age of 12 and over are liable for criminal offences applicable in both the online and offline world (e.g., as related to the continuums of harassment and assault, etc.)
Learning Goals:
Increase knowledge of legal rights and responsibilities
- Explore the continuums of harassment and assault
- Identify legal implications of consent and coercive behaviour
- Increase awareness of legal rights and responsibilities related to the online and offline world
- Explore different options for accessing legal support
Note to Facilitator:
The facilitator has a legal obligation to report suspicions of child abuse to a child protection agency (in the case of Ontario, the Children’s Aid Society (CAS)). Please review over the information provided around disclosure and the reporting process.