Dating Bill of Rights
In dating relationships, I have the responsibility to:
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Discuss my limits with my partner
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Respect other peoples limits
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Speak clearly and honestly
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Take care of myself
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Not abuse others
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Admit to being wrong
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Stay away from situations that might not be safe
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Listen to others
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Care about others
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Never humiliate a person in public or private
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Not do something that makes my uncomfortable
I have the right to:
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Trust myself and my instincts
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Refuse a date
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Ask for a date
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Be treated with respect
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Not be abused
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Refuse something, even if my date wants too
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Disagree
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Have limits respected
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Be treated as an equal
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Be listened to
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Say “no”
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Leave or stay in a relationship
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Ask for help when needed
Adapted from Partnership Against Domestic Violence.
More information: http://padv.org/