{"id":254,"date":"2025-10-29T09:07:39","date_gmt":"2025-10-29T09:07:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/student-news\/?p=254"},"modified":"2025-10-29T09:12:29","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T09:12:29","slug":"consent-get-it-full-stop-why-every-student-should-take-the-consent-training","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/student-news\/2025\/10\/29\/consent-get-it-full-stop-why-every-student-should-take-the-consent-training\/","title":{"rendered":"Consent. Get it. Full Stop. Why every student should take the Consent Training\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At Kent, we\u2019re proud to be part of a community that values respect, safety and support. But creating a truly inclusive and safe campus takes all of us and that starts with understanding\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">consent<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">That\u2019s why the University encourages students to complete the\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/moodle.kent.ac.uk\/2025\/course\/view.php?id=2592\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Consent Training<\/span><\/b><\/a> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">as part of its wider campaign:\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/student.kent.ac.uk\/support\/consent\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Consent. Get it. Full Stop.<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202f<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This isn\u2019t just another online module, it\u2019s a powerful step toward building a culture where everyone feels safe, heard and respected.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">So, what is it?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/moodle.kent.ac.uk\/2025\/course\/view.php?id=2592\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Consent Training<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> is designed to help students:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Understand what consent really means in everyday situations.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Recognise and challenge harmful behaviours.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Learn how to support peers and contribute to a respectful campus culture.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s part of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kent.ac.uk\/sexual-misconduct-and-harassment\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">University\u2019s pledge to prevent and respond to sexual misconduct and harassment.<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Why should you complete it?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Because everyone deserves to feel safe.<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fWhether it\u2019s in halls, at a party or in a seminar, we all have a role in creating a respectful environment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Because knowledge is power.<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fThe training gives you the tools to understand boundaries, communicate clearly and support others.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Because it shows you care.<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fTaking the training is a simple but meaningful way to stand up for your community.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What else is happening at Kent?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The University has a clear and transparent approach to tackling sexual misconduct and harassment. Through the\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/reportandsupport.kent.ac.uk\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Report + Support<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fplatform<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, students can access help, report incidents and learn more about their options. There\u2019s also a wide range of support available, both within the University and externally, so no one has to face anything alone.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Let\u2019s make Kent the safest it can be<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/moodle.kent.ac.uk\/2025\/course\/view.php?id=2592\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Taking the Consent Training<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> is a small action with a big impact. It\u2019s about respect, responsibility and making sure our campus is a place where everyone can thrive.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ready to take the training?<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fHead to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/moodle.kent.ac.uk\/2025\/course\/view.php?id=2592\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Consent Training for Students<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> module in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/moodle.kent.ac.uk\/moodle\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Moodle<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. It takes about 20 minutes to complete.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At Kent, we\u2019re proud to be part of a community that values respect, safety and support. 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