Today is International Youth Day

There are 1.2 billion young people aged 15 to 24 years in our world today. That’s 16 per cent of the global population.

International Youth Day is an opportunity to bring youth issues to the attention of people internationally. Today celebrates the potential and achievements of young people as partners in today’s global society.

When our young people are provided with the tools they need to succeed, it creates a stronger future for us all.

Consent is an important topic for young people to learn about. Learning and talking about consent matters. Teaching youth about the importance of consent in intimacy prepares them to have respectful and safe relationships.

When we think about consent as a set of skills that can be learned, it’s easier to discuss with other adults. These conversations with peers will give us the knowledge and confidence about consent that we can then share with young people.

More information

To prepare yourself for a conversation, visit Consent Can’t Wait(Opens external website).

Young people can visit Teach Us Consent(Opens external website) or watch The Line(Opens external website).

If you or someone you know is experiencing or at risk of domestic, family and sexual violence, you can call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT(Opens external website) for online chat and video call services.