Inherent in the discussion of sexual coercion is the term consent. As the authors clearly state: "This chapter is about sexual activity that involves coercion and is not between consenting adults…" Understanding the term
consent is critical.
- Consider this short video offering some clarification using a tea metaphor.
- Reaching back to the chapter on sexual varieties consider this article that expands on the importance ofconsent and boundaries in BDSM.
- Keeping with the theme of songs take a moment and listen closely to the following song by Robert Thicke -
Blurred Lines. When done, also listen to this parody that released soon after the original [Please be warned
that both videos have some explicit content BUT the parody in particular can be viewed as explicit, stay with it, try to consider why they choose the words they do here and remember it's a parody].
NOW…
Compile a short written piece (about 2 paragraphs) that shows your understanding of…
a. What is consent to you? What is the key aspects that ensures an activity is consensual? In what way did the video and article expand, challenge, or maybe re-enforce your understanding of consent.
b. Although 'Blurred Lines' is just a song, what message does it send about consent? What is your opinion on the song - good, bad, terrible? What is the possible issue with this song and moreover the video that
accompanies it being a main source of media influence, particularly to adolescents?
c. What is your opinion of the parody - good, bad, terrible? Not only is it drawing attention to the issues of
consensual activity in the original but it is also coined as a 'feminist parody' - what does this mean to you?
What and how could a parody like this be used as a influence?
Websites bellow
https://youtu.be/oQbei5JGiT8
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-44041947
https://youtu.be/yyDUC1LUXSU
https://youtu.be/tC1XtnLRLPM
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