Teaching Consent in Sex Education Curriculum

Year: 2019

Resolution Number: 16

Action Taken: Approved as Amended

Status:

Author(s): Megan Kechner, Danielle Sethi, and Danielle Wilson

Sponsor: Laura Carravallah, MD

On behalf of: Genesee County Delegation

Committee: E (Science and Education Affairs)

Resolved Section(s):
RESOLVED: That MSMS expand existing MSMS Resolution 11-18 that consent be taught in schools as part of sex and health education in Michigan for all grade levels that receive sex and health education in the curriculum. This should include the definition of consent as the unambiguous and voluntary agreement between all participants in each physical act within the course of interpersonal relationships, including respect for personal boundaries. Age-appropriate training on how to give and withhold consent should also be provided to all children.

Fiscal Note: $25,000 or more as this resolution directs MSMS to engage in governmental advocacy.

Resolution: View PDF for Teaching Consent in Sex Education Curriculum

For More Information, Contact:

Stacey Hettiger , Director
Health Care Delivery
517-336-5732
shettiger@msms.org