ASKING FOR IT

Consent must always be explicitly granted, never simply assumed, argues charismatic professor of philosophy Harry Brod. Without this "affirmative consent" standard, we live in a world where other people have the right to your body unless you actively stop them. In this filmed lecture, Brod challenges young people to put communication at the center of their sexual interactions—not just because communication is the right thing to do, but also because it is the sexy thing to do. Grades 9 and up. English with English subtitles. Color. 38 minutes. Media Education Foundation. ©2010.

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