#77 Consent Matters - Disability with William Ward-Boas

#77 Consent Matters - Disability with William Ward-Boas

Author: Sexual Health Victoria January 29, 2026 Duration: 28:13
In this episode, Em from SHV speaks with William Ward-Boas about including people with a cognitive disability in consent education. Listen to William reflect on relationships and consent through their lived experience, and hear about SHV’s Consent Matters – Disability program.     Resources: Learn about SHV’s project with Women’s Health in the South East (WHISE): Consent Matters - Disability including WHISE’s evaluation report. William listed the following useful resources: Women with Disabilities Victoria's Pleasure and Consent resources, AcceSex project, collaboration with ARCSHS, the Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre, and La Trobe’s Reducing Gender-Based Violence Research Group; and People with Disability Australia's Healthy Relationships project.    You can find out more about William @  www.wwbconsulting.com.au For more information about SHV @ shvic.org.au.   Follow SHV on LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.  Contact us directly at doingit@shvic.org.au.  Subscribe or follow the podcast wherever you listen so you don’t miss out.  

Talking about bodies, relationships, and sexuality can feel daunting, whether you're a parent, educator, or simply curious. Doing ‘IT‘ is here to make those essential conversations a little easier and a lot more informed. Created by the Schools, Community and Disability team at Sexual Health Victoria, this podcast brings expert voices directly to you, demystifying the wide world of relationships and sexuality education without judgment. Each episode delves into practical and nuanced topics-from navigating puberty and understanding consent to exploring identity and fostering safe, healthy relationships. We recognize that many adults struggle with how to start these talks with the young people in their care. That’s precisely why this resource exists: to offer clarity, evidence-based information, and a sense of shared experience. Tuning in, you’ll hear straightforward discussions that replace anxiety with actionable knowledge, helping to build a foundation for open, honest dialogue. This isn't about a single lecture; it's an ongoing conversation that evolves with life's changes. Join us on Doing ‘IT‘ for a compassionate and comprehensive guide to topics that matter deeply to everyone's wellbeing.
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