Why consent education should start in childhood
TW: This blog post includes discussions of child sexual abuse. Recently, I attended and participated in a consent workshop led by sexuality nurse and professional, Vanessa Hamilton. With a plethora …
Digital Dating: Do’s and Don’ts
CW: This blog contains descriptions of online-based sexual abuse relating to sexting, dating apps and other online activity. From sliding into someone’s DMs to that dopamine hit from receiving that …
Empowered Together 2023 Wrapped
If you’re reading this, congratulations – you have successfully made it to the end of another year! Whether 2023 signified a year of changes, encouraged you to reach your goals, made you …
Young People Are Calling For Change, Lets Give Them a Voice That Can Be Heard
CW: This post contains descriptions of sexual violence. If you need to seek out help or support, please contact 1800RESPECT. Youth empowerment has led to immense progression when it comes …
Why #PRIDE Matters More Than Ever
CW: This blog post includes discussions of homophobia, transphobia and discrimination, which some readers might find distressing. June has come and gone – and so has #PrideMonth, with its bright …
Why is the 2023 Met Gala Problematic?
CW: This article includes discussions of sexual assault, fatphobia, racism and misogyny, which some readers may find distressing. If you need to reach out to seek help or support, please …
Empowered Together’s collaboration with the Inclusion Foundation
Back in February, Empowered Together had the privilege of facilitating our Consent 101 workshop for participants at the Inclusion Foundation – a for-purpose charity paving the way to an inclusive …
Tokenistic International Women’s Day losing its power to make real change
International Women’s Day is a day intended to promote the presence and power of women’s voices all around the world, a day that allows people of all genders to reflect …
Do dating app reforms do enough to keep you safe?
Tinder, Bumble, Grindr, eHarmony, Hinge, and everything in between. Whether we want to admit or not, dating apps have completely revolutionised the ways we form romantic connections with people. Approximately …
Our book picks to add to your summer reading list
Welcome to our blog for 2023! As another year is set to unfold, stay tuned for a variety of content relating to our biggest passions: maintaining consent, prioritising healthy relationships …