In 2021, Teach Us Consent started as a grassroots campaign—and now, it’s a driving force behind consent education reform across Australia and beyond.

We believe in a world free from sexual violence. To get there, we're putting consent, respect and empathy at the heart of sex education.
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We asked thousands of young Australians what they really want to know about sex and relationships. The answers? All here. Delivered from the voices you trust.
From a single voice to
petition signatories,
stories of sexual assault shared and millions reached. We challenged the culture that silences survivors. Now, we’re building something better in its place.

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Why A Specific Type Of Sexism Attracts Women
Ben thinks women are wonderful. He thinks they are, on average, more cultured and ethical than their male counterparts. And he believes the best thing a man can do for himself is find a woman to love and treat her right. Ben never lets his girlfriend touch a door handle, and at the end of dates he almost always pays the bill. Whenever the couple faces a hassle—navigating the airport, sorting out taxes—Ben takes the lead.
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How To Talk To Young People About Porn
Young people’s innate curiosity around intimacy is nothing new, nor is the lack of comprehensive sex education to help answer their questions. But the modern additions of unprecedented internet access, and the porn industry’s profit model which hinges on capturing and holding the attention of viewers presents fresh challenges when navigating this landscape with young people.
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Gaslighting, Love Bombing, And What It All Actually Means
You’ve probably heard it before–someone mentioning how an ex used to “love bomb” them after a fight, or calling a friend a “gaslighter” for simply forgetting plans. These terms have become deeply woven into how we talk about relationships, especially on social media. But while they’re often thrown around casually, both are actually serious methods of coercive control, and deserve to be understood in that context.
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Why Stranger Danger Education is Not Enough
Like me, you probably grew up hearing the phrase stranger danger, believing that sexual harm happened when walking home from school or playing at the park. Our parents, with limited knowledge about the complexities of sexual abuse, often thought they were keeping us safe by simply saying, “Don’t talk to strangers.” While this advice addresses a small fraction of the risk, the reality is far more concerning. Statistics in Australia show that 86% of children who experience sexual abuse know the person who harmed them. This makes it critical that we move beyond stranger danger education with the next generation.
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Are "Masculine" and "Feminine" Energies Just Patriarchy Repackaged?
“If you want to attract a masculine man while you’re dating,” explains a dating coach on TikTok to the women in her audience, “do not lead with your accomplishments. If you’re leading with your accomplishments, anything that’s based on performance or doing or hard work, you’re actually leading with masculine energy.”
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What’s Really Behind the Attack on Sex Education in the U.S.
Last month concluded with yet another blow to sex education here in the states, this time in Indiana, where a proposed sex education bill in the state senate was edited at the last minute, specifically stripping the requirement to teach students about consent.
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Partnerships
We got consent into classrooms. Now we’re teaming up with major players to bring it to millions more — from festivals and dating apps to boardrooms and parliament.


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Got questions? We’ve got answers.
How did Teach Us Consent begin?
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Teach Us Consent is a youth-led not for profit organisation that advocates for and provides holistic and age-appropriate consent education globally. We were founded in Australia by Chanel Contos in 2021. Chanel collected and published almost 7000 testimonies of sexual assault, and gained ~50,000 signatures on her petition. Teach Us Consent became a successful nation-wide campaign to mandate consent education in the national curriculum. Since turning from a campaign to a company, our mission is to eradicate sexual violence and ensure all people are equipped with the knowledge, language, and confidence to practise consent.
Does Teach Us Consent deliver workshops and talks in schools?
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We do not currently offer consent education workshops in schools. Please get in touch if you'd like support in finding an external provider to best suit your school's needs — we collaborate with plenty of incredible organisations we can recommend. If you would like to book with Teach Us Consent's Founder, Chanel Contos, for a speaking engagement, email hello@teachusconsent.com with an enquiry.
Can I show your resources in my school, university or workplace?
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Absolutely and please do! We've created four mini documentaries on consent, gender expectations and digital literacy which are perfect for educational settings, and have plenty more digestible articles, vodcasts, short videos and printable assets to explore and download on our 'resources' page.
Does Teach Us Consent operate outside of Australia?
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While we were founded in Australia with a single mission — to mandate holistic and consent education in the national curriculum — our advocacy and educational work has influenced global change. Through strategic partnerships and a growing team in the UK and USA, our advocacy and education efforts are helping to shape a global movement. Consent and respectful relationships are universal rights — and we’re committed to making them a reality everywhere.
How do I partner with Teach Us Consent?
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We’re always looking to creatively collaborate with values-driven partners who share our commitment to ending sexual violence and expanding consent education. From global brands like Tinder and Canva to landmark music festivals like Laneway and Beyond The Valley, we co-create culture-shifting partnerships in the spaces that matter most. Visit our partnerships page to enquire or email hello@teachusconsent.com
What do I do if I think I’ve experienced sexual assault?
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If you think you've experienced sexual violence, know that you are not alone and it isn't your fault. There are plenty of free and accessible services to support you, like 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732). Visit our support page for more options and information. If you think you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 000.
How can I support Teach Us Consent?
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If you’re in a position to give, donating is one of the most powerful ways to support Teach Us Consent. Your contribution directly fuels education reform, the creation of vital consent resources, strategic partnerships, and lasting policy change. You can set up small recurring donations via Charitabl, or email hello@teachusconsent.com to discuss larger contributions and tax deductibility. If you're a brand or business, consider selecting Teach Us Consent as a charity partner through i=Change. If you're not in a place to support financially, sharing our work on social media helps us reach more people with the education they deserve.
Can I still submit my testimony?
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The 7000 testimonies of sexual assault originally submitted to Teach Us Consent were the bedrock of the campaign to mandate consent education. They were voluntarily sent to Teach Us Consent by those who emphatically believe that inadequate consent education was the reason for the sexual abuse they experienced during or soon after school. Individually and collectively, these lived experiences were pivotal in laying bare the breadth and depth of rape culture to policy makers in Australia. We are still receiving anonymous testimonies and will publish them here periodically. Visit our testimonies page to submit yours.
Do you take volunteers?
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Thanks so much for your interest! While we’re incredibly grateful for the offer of support, we don’t currently have the capacity to take on volunteers. The best way to help is by sharing our work or donating if you're able.
Can I make a tax deductible donation?
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Yes - if you are from Australia or the United States. Teach Us Consent is currently auspiced with Thinking Positive A Brighter Future For Australian Youth Limited (ABN 41628214906) and with the Center for Impact Communications who hold 501(c)(3) status. All donations made through either of these channels are tax deductible. Get in touch to find out how at hello@teachusconsent.com
Is your work as a youth-led organisation still informed by expertise?
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Teach Us Consent have an extensive network of leading academics in Australia, United States and the United Kingdom actively supporting and reviewing all of our resources, including those we view as highly sensitive. You can learn more about our expert advisors on our team page, and if you'd like to contribute your research and knowledge please contact hello@teachusconsent.com
Is Teach Us Consent affiliated with any political party or religious group?
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No. Teach Us Consent is a non-partisan, secular charity. Our focus is on public health, education, and safety for all people, regardless of background or belief.