Teen dating violence is a public health crisis affecting millions of teens in the U.S. each year. In the state of Utah, 1 in 3 teens will experience some form of abuse in a relationship.
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. This important topic needs to be discussed thoroughly and without judgment. To combat teenagers being at risk of falling into a violent relationship, it is important to teach topics such as what healthy relationships look like, warning signs for abuse, and what consent is and looks like.
Learn more about creating awareness and education around teen dating violence throughout the month of February.
TEEN DATING VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH 2024
Wear Orange Day: Join us by raising awareness of teen dating abuse by sharing a photo of you wearing orange and tagging us on our social media @raperecoverycenter.
Tuesday, February 6th, All Day
Teen Consent Workshop: Youth leaders will present this session to explore the nuances and realities of consent in action. They will discuss consent and its importance, including how to ask for, give, deny, or revoke consent. Saturday, February 10th, 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Salt Lake City Public Library - Anderson-Foothill Branch Facilitators: PAC Youth & Library Teen Volunteer Who can attend: youth, parents, and caregivers
RRC Open House for Youth and Caregivers: Tour the Rape Recovery Center and meet our compassionate advocates. Caregivers are warmly invited to join us. Together, let's support youth and foster understanding in our community.
February 23rd, 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Location: Rape Recovery Center Who can attend: youth, parents, and caregivers
Parent & Caregiver Workshop: Talking to your teens about dating. A workshop for parents and caregivers. No registration is required.
February 28th, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Location: Sorenson Unity Center Black Box Who can attend: youth, parents, and caregivers