About this Event
What does consent look like when we move beyond "no means no"?
Join BYP100 Detroit for a transformative 90-minute political education session on Radical Consent – an anti-carceral framework that redefines how we understand bodily autonomy, power, and community accountability.
This is not your typical consent workshop. We'll dig into the historical timeline of consent, from the "Yes Means Yes" campaigns to Lawrence v. Texas to the #MeToo movement. We'll explore how traditional consent ignores power dynamics and intersecting identities, and how radical consent demands an enthusiastic yes at every point of exchange.
We'll also grapple with what happens when consent is violated. Using an anti-carceral lens, we'll discuss restorative justice practices, community-led accountability, and how we respond to harm without relying on the state.
This session is interactive, grounding, and rooted in Black queer feminist praxis. Come ready to reflect, discuss, and build shared language with your community.
What You'll Learn
- The difference between traditional consent and radical consent – and why power dynamics matter
- The historical timeline of consent – from "No Means No" to "Yes Means Yes" to #MeToo
- Anti-carceral approaches to harm – transformative justice, restorative justice, community-led accountability, harm reduction, and support pods
- How to recognize consent violations in everyday life – not just in sexual situations
- BYP100's Healing and Safety Council – resources for moving through harm within our chapters
- Practical tools – communication, power, check-ins, affirmation, and keeping an exit route available
We'll open with a grounding exercise and close with actionable steps for building a culture of radical consent in our communities.
About the Facilitator
Raina (she/her) is a Detroit-based organizer, storyteller, and the Communications Chair of the BYP100 Detroit Chapter. With a deep commitment to Black queer feminist politics and abolitionist practice, Rai has been instrumental in shaping the chapter's narrative strategy, political education, and basebuilding efforts. She brings a sharp analysis of power, a gift for facilitation, and a passion for building the world we deserve. Rai believes that consent is not just a personal practice – it is a political one.
Who Should Attend
- New and existing BYP100 members
- Detroit organizers, activists, and community builders
- Anyone interested in transformative justice, abolition, or consent culture
- Supporters of BYP100's mission and those curious about joining the work
This is a 101 space – no prior knowledge required. Come as you are, with your questions and your experiences.
About BYP100 Detroit
BYP100 (Black Youth Project 100) is a national, member-based organization of Black 18–35 year old activists and organizers dedicated to creating justice and freedom for all Black people. We work through transformative leadership development, direct action organizing, advocacy, and political education using a Black queer feminist lens. The Detroit chapter is actively organizing around police accountability, data centers, mutual aid, and community-led safety.
Registration
This event is free and open to the community. To receive the location details and a calendar invitation, please fill out our interest form: [Insert interest form link]
Space is limited. Please RSVP to ensure we have an accurate count for food and materials.
We look forward to being in study and struggle with you.
Event venue & nearby stays
Mama Akua Community House, 2431 Ferry Park Street, Detroit, United States
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