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10 Ways to Prevent Sexual Violence
Teen Bill of Rights
Pledge to End Sexual Violence

Teen Bill of Rights

I Have the Right to…

Be treated with respect.
Trust my instincts.
Say “no” and be heard.
Have my privacy respected.
Accept a gift without having to give anything.
Ask for help if I need it.
Have someone point out my strengths and assets.
Have loved ones support me.
Have private time and my own space.
Have others listen to what I have to say, even if they  don’t agree.
Live a violence-free life.
Be good to myself .



I Have the Responsibility to…

Communicate my thoughts, ideas, and feelings clearly.
Stick to my limits and boundaries.
Respect the limits and boundaries of others.
Listen to what others have to say and have the right to reject their ideas but not the
person.
Treat others as my equal.

I HAVE THE RIGHT TO BE HAPPY



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