Project Brief:

This research project aims to develop, implement, and evaluate a consent education curriculum specifically designed for schools and educational institutions in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. As Pakistan prioritizes comprehensive education reforms and social safety, this initiative addresses a significant gap in youth education. By promoting consent education and encouraging respectful communication, the curriculum seeks to reduce issues such as harassment, abuse, and gender-based violence. It is designed to educate students about personal boundaries, affirmative consent, and the importance of respectful interactions.

Public Policy Relevance:

Supports national education policies focused on child protection. Provides research-backed recommendations for school curricula. Empowers students with knowledge about consent and personal boundaries. Aims to reduce harassment and misconduct through preventative education. Represents the first research project in Pakistan dedicated to consent education.

Team Details:

Principal Investigator
Umm-e-Rumman Syed
Visiting Lecturer
Rawalpindi Women University

Co-PI
Arooj Nasreen
Instructor
Pak Turk Maarif School

Research Associate
Umm-e-Eman Syed
Lecturer
Rawalpindi Women University