‘It’s Not Enough to Not Rape Somebody’: How Parents Are Talking to Kids About Cornell Allegations
Parents nationwide are using the Cornell allegations to discuss consent and bystander responsibility with their children, as lawyers deny wrongdoing for at least three accused men.
- Prosecutors in New York have reopened a criminal investigation into the alleged gang rape of a student at Cornell University in 2024, following a lawsuit from a woman identified as Jane Doe claiming she was assaulted by members of the Chi Phi fraternity.
- According to the lawsuit, a fraternity member allegedly posted a Snapchat message inviting others to join the assault; dozens of students were alerted to the incident, yet not one person intervened.
- Following the Cornell allegations, parents are initiating difficult conversations with their children about consent and accountability. Former pastor Brian Recker, with over 450,000 Instagram followers, said earlier this week it is 'not enough to not rape somebody' but to actively protect others.
- Psychologist Becky Kennedy urges parents to teach emotional skills early, noting that consent requires noticing when someone is uncomfortable and treating it as an ongoing dialogue rather than a single conversation.
- Comprehensive education on bodily autonomy is essential to break cycles of violence, advocates say, as open communication at home helps prepare the next generation to resist group pressure and prioritize safety.
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‘It’s not enough to not rape somebody’: How parents are talking to kids about Cornell allegations
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BizToc4 ways parents can teach young boys about consent and how to go against the group, according to Dr. Becky
Dr. Becky Kennedy, known to millions as Dr. Becky, is a clinical psychologist, mom of three, and the founder and CEO of Good Inside, a parenting app.Courtesy of Good Inside.This week, my DMs have been flooded with questions from parents.They're looking for advice on meaningful ways to teach their sons about consent and speaking up.My advice: Parents should start early. We need to raise our boys in ways that allow them to practice these skills.In…
‘It’s not enough to not rape somebody’: How parents are talking to their kids about the Cornell allegations
Parents are using Jane Doe’s case to talk to their sons about resisting peer pressure and stepping in when something’s wrong, even if it means challenging their friends.
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