Today we are launching Our Schools Now!

The majority of schoolchildren in the UK are not taught about street harassment, despite the fact that 2 in 3 girls will be subject to this violence.

Find out more about our campaign: http://www.ourstreetsnow.org/our-schools 
#EndPSH #OurSchoolsNow

See abridged our press release here. Full version over at: https://www.ourstreetsnow.org/our-schools 

Today we launch:

Our report on public sexual harassment & schoolchildren

An incredible resource pack to educate yourself about public sexual harassment @jessjleigh

Model lesson plans to be used by teachers

Template letter to contact your school
#BackToSchool #OurSchoolsNow

Our report found that ONLY 14% OF SCHOOLKIDS had learnt about public sexual harassment. This is despite the fact that most schoolgirls in the UK will be harassed before reaching adulthood ( @PlanUK).

Why are we not educating our children about a violence they will likely face?

So many girls feel ashamed after being harassed, with 42% of girls telling NO ONE about their experience

Educating young people about harassment can:

Tackle stigma and shame
Reduce number of perpetrators
Change societal norms
End public sexual harassment

#OurSchoolsNow

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