Education is prevention

We train volunteer lawyers to teach young people about consent.

Who we are

In 2015 a London lawyer saw a gap: young people weren’t being taught how to understand, talk about, or navigate consent. From that vision, the Schools Consent Project was born.

Since then, over 62,000 students in the UK have taken part in our workshops. We opened in NYC in 2023 and are working with middle and high school students in all five boroughs.

Alongside our work with students, we’ve also expanded into community spaces and family conversations, because we know consent education must extend far beyond the classroom.

22,000%
NY Students
educated about consent

What we do

Our mission is to normalize conversations about consent to prevent sexual violence. 

We achieve this objective by delivering hour-long lawyer-led workshops to middle and high schoolers on the legal definition of consent, how to identify consent, the age of consent, bystander intervention, the offenses of rape, sexual abuse, explicit images and minors, and options in the event of an assault. 

The workshop is delivered through a series of engaging, interactive games and exercises aimed at challenging the students’ misconceptions and unearthing toxic behaviors.

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Student studying in a lesson
Student actively participating in a lesson

RESOURCES

We are proud to work alongside amazing organizations who are also working to address sexual violence.

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SPRING BENEFIT 2025

In May 2025, we hosted our second annual New York fundraiser at Robert in Columbus Circle.

A diverse group of smiling students walk together outdoors. They carry backpacks and school supplies, exuding a lively and cheerful atmosphere.

TESTIMONIAL

Working with the Schools Consent Project is one of the most fun and rewarding ways to give back.

Lauren Margolies

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BLOG

Understanding and abiding by the rules of consent protects both the potential victims and the potential defendants. 

Hope