Dating Bill of Rights

I have the right to:

• Ask for a date
• Refuse a date
• Suggest activities
• Refuse any activities, even if my date is excited about them
• Have my own feelings and be able to express them
• Say "I think my friend is wrong and her/his actions are inappropriate
• Tell someone not to interrupt me
• Tell my partner when I need affection
• Refuse affection
• Be heard
• Refuse to lend money
• Refuse sex at any time, for any reason
• Have friends and space aside from my partner

I have the responsibility to:

• Determine my limits and values
• Respect the limits of others
• Communicate clearly and honestly
• Not violate the limits of others
• Ask for help when I need it
• Be considerate
• Check my actions and decisions to determine whether they are good or bad for me
• Set high goals for myself

Adapted from the Domestic Violence Advocacy Program of Family Resources Inc.