Elizabeth Smart, kidnapped kid, launches online course to teach young adults importance of consent
Date
3/12/2023 9:26:46 AM
(MENAFN) Elizabeth Smart, a prominent child safety activist and survivor of a high-profile kidnapping case, has launched an online course focused on teaching young adults about the importance of consent.
Twenty years after her abduction, Smart has become a leading advocate for child safety and sexual assault prevention. Her new course, which is available on the educational platform MasterClass, aims to educate young people about the nuances of consent and provide them with practical tools to navigate complex situations.
In a statement, Smart explained that she created the course because she believes that "consent is not just a buzzword, it's a fundamental aspect of healthy relationships." She added that her own experiences as a survivor of sexual assault and abuse informed her approach to teaching the topic.
The course covers a range of topics, including the legal and ethical aspects of consent, the importance of communication, and strategies for setting boundaries and recognizing red flags in potential partners. It also includes interviews with experts in the fields of psychology and law enforcement.
Smart's kidnapping case made headlines in 2002, when she was just 14 years old. She was abducted from her Salt Lake City home at knifepoint and held captive for nine months by a couple who subjected her to physical and sexual abuse. She was eventually rescued after being spotted by a passerby.
Since then, Smart has dedicated her life to advocating for the safety of children and survivors of sexual assault. She has founded the Elizabeth Smart Foundation, which works to prevent child abduction and sexual exploitation, and has authored several books on the topic.
Her new course has already garnered praise from experts in the field. "Elizabeth Smart's work as a child safety advocate is invaluable, and this course is an important addition to her efforts," said Dr. David Lisak, a clinical psychologist and expert on sexual assault prevention. "Consent is a critical issue in today's world, and it's important that young people have access to accurate information and resources."
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