Wellness Week: USU Speaker Series Present
Consent Labs Workshop
What to Expect?
As part of USU Wellness Week, join us for an afternoon of meaningful conversations, practical tips and interactive activities focused on building healthy relationships, understanding consent and making informed choices at university. Whether you're new to these conversations or looking to build on what you already know, everyone is welcome.
Throughout the afternoon, you'll hear from the lovely facilitators at Consent Labs as they guide you through two engaging and interactive sessions.
We'll then head into a relaxed, alcohol-free beer garden where you can put your knowledge to the test with trivia, enjoy some free food and drinks, meet other students, and pick up a wellness pack before heading home.
What’s included:
💬 Two expert-led sessions on consent & healthy relationships
🍕 Free food & drinks, through the afternoon.
🍺 Alcohol-free Beer Garden
🎁 Wellness packs & giveaways with heaps of useful stuff!
🏆 Trivia with prizes from Messina Gelato
Important:
Open to all USYD students as well non-students.
Limited spots - registration essential.
Two sessions (see event schedule below).
Please arrive 10 mins before to event begins.
$10 refundable deposit required (refunded on attendance)
Content Advisory:
This event explores topics relating to consent, healthy relationships and student wellbeing, and some discussions may touch on sensitive themes. Please take care of yourself and engage at your own pace.
You're welcome to step out of a session at any time if needed. The USU Wellbeing Team will be available throughout the event, and a quiet room will be provided for anyone who would like some time away from the workshops or additional support.
Agenda
- 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Session 1: Consent & Intoxication
Kick off the afternoon with an engaging workshop exploring the intersection of consent and alcohol / drugs. This session will unpack common misconceptions, challenge social norms, and provide practical tools for navigating situations where alcohol or other substances may impact a person's ability to give or receive consent. Through real-life scenarios and open discussion, you'll build confidence in recognising respectful behaviour, supporting friends, and making informed decisions in social settings. Topics Explored; - Understanding consent when alcohol or other drugs are involved. - Recognising capacity and respectful communication. - Common myths and misconceptions. - Looking out for yourself and others. - Practical strategies for safer decision-making.
- 2:30 pm - 2:50 pm
Afternoon Tea & Networking ☕
Take a short break to enjoy some complimentary afternoon tea, grab a drink and connect with fellow students before we continue into our second workshop.
- 2:50 pm - 3:50 pm
Session 2: Building Healthy Relationships
Building healthy relationships starts with understanding yourself and how you connect with others. In this interactive session, Consent Labs facilitators will explore the foundations of respectful relationships, effective communication and personal boundaries. Whether it's with friends, housemates, partners or classmates, you'll leave with practical tools to help build stronger, healthier and more respectful connections throughout university and beyond. Topics Explored: - Healthy relationship behaviours. - Setting and respecting boundaries. - Effective communication. - Recognising red and green flags. - Building respectful connections.
- 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Alcohol-Free Beer Garden & Trivia 🍺
Wrap up the afternoon in our relaxed Alcohol-Free Beer Garden at Hermann's Bar with food and drinks on us. Put everything you've learned into practice with an interactive trivia session, enjoy free food and non-alcoholic drinks, meet other students and go in the running to win some great prizes. Before you head off, don't forget to collect your Wellness Pack filled with practical resources and goodies to support your wellbeing.
FAQs
- How will the two sessions be conducted?
Each session will be conducted for a total of 1 hr. The workshop running for about 45 minutes. The first session will start at 12pm and end at 1pm, with the second session will run simultaneously, starting at 1pm and ending at 2pm.
- Is this a paid event?
No, this is a free event for USU Members. There is a $10 refundable deposit required to secure your spot; the full amount will be refunded back to you, post-event.
- Can anyone attend this event?
Yes, this event is open to all student, non-students and staff on the University of Sydney campus.
- When and how will I receive my refund?
You’ll receive your refund within 10 business days to your original payment method after attending the event and getting checked in. If you haven’t received your refund, it may be because you didn’t check in on the day or used an international bank card. If this happens, please reach out to us directly for assistance.
- I bought a ticket but can’t attend. Can I still get a refund?
Yes, don’t worry! We accept refund requests if they’re made within a certain period before the event.
Please note: If you don’t notify us in time or simply don’t show up, we won’t be able to process a refund.
For urgent cases like an illness, you may need to provide a valid medical certificate. - Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risk
By participating in this event, I agree to the terms and conditions:
1. Participants are responsible for their own behaviour and any resulting consequences. The University of Sydney Union shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or theft of personal belongings or any injury to the individual or others resulting from the event. Furthermore you agree to abide by the terms and conditions of this event.
2. I consent to being contacted by the USU via email about upcoming events and activities. I can opt out of these communications at any time.
3. I consent to being photographed by USU during the event for future promotion content on USU socials and communication channels.4.This event is strictly for participants aged 18 and over. By purchasing a ticket, you confirm that you meet the age requirement. ID may be checked at entry.
5.The USU reserves the right to modify, postpone, or cancel the event due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g. weather, safety concerns, or venue issues). In such cases, we will make reasonable efforts to notify ticket holders and process refunds.
6.This event is a shared space for all attendees to enjoy. Please be respectful to staff, other students, and the venue at all times. Anyone displaying inappropriate, unsafe, or disruptive behaviour may be asked to leave the event.7. Entry will not be granted to latecomers — if you arrive late, your spot will be given to someone on the waitlist and counted as a no-show.
8. This event is exclusively for USU members. Each membership number is valid for one ticket only per event and must be used for your own registration. If multiple tickets are purchased under the same membership number for the same event, only the first ticket will be honoured; all additional tickets will be cancelled
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