Teen : IRL
An interactive prevention program that helps youth better understand healthy relationships, consent, bullying, online safety, and risky situations — both in real life and online.
Immersive, dynamic workshops tailored to the realities of youth in Prescott-Russell.
What is Teen: IRL?
Teen: IRL is a bilingual awareness program offering a series of interactive workshops and prevention tools for youth aged 12 and older. The activities encourage youth to actively participate in immersive scenarios to better understand issues related to violence, relationships, consent, and risky behaviours.
The program is designed for both youth who may be at risk of experiencing violence and those who may be tempted to engage in violent or harmful behaviours. Its goal is to equip youth with knowledge and tools, encourage critical thinking, and promote safe, respectful, and informed choices.
Why this program?
Teen: IRL was created in response to the growing number of situations involving youth in Prescott-Russell.
In a world where technology plays a major role in their daily lives, it is essential to address online safety, healthy relationships, and violence prevention in a way that is concrete, engaging, and adapted to their reality.Important topics explored through interactive learning.
How the Program Works
Teen: IRL combines several interactive learning methods to engage different learning styles. Youth are encouraged to analyze situations, participate in group discussions, recognize risks, and reflect on the possible consequences of their choices.
Virtual Reality:
“In Your Shoes”
An immersive experience where youth are placed in realistic scenarios and encouraged to reflect on decisions, risks, and consequences.
Roll the Dice on
Anti-Bullying
An interactive activity that helps youth recognize different forms of bullying, understand their impacts, and identify strategies for responding.
Consent Wheel
An online digital tool that encourages youth to reflect on consent, personal boundaries, and respect.
Relationship Relay
A dynamic activity that helps participants distinguish between healthy, concerning, and unhealthy behaviours in a relationship.
Cybersecurity:
Are You at Risk?
Youth learn how to recognize risky online behaviours and identify warning signs in simulated profiles and situations.
Consent Challenge
A “true or false” format that reinforces understanding of consent, respecting boundaries, and responsible behaviours.
Has your child participated in a workshop?
After the Workshop
Following this activity, your child may have questions, emotions, or concerns.
We encourage you to provide a supportive space where they can talk openly, without judgment, and at their own pace.How to Support Your Child
- Listen calmly to what they would like to share.
- Validate their emotions and questions.
- Remind them that it is okay to ask for help.
- Reach out to a support resource if you have concerns.
Need Support or Guidance?
If you or your child need support, you can contact our team. We can provide guidance, answer your questions, and help you navigate the services available in the community.
Youth Crisis Line
Kids Help Phone
Text or phone conversation with a crisis intervention worker.
Valoris for Children and Adults
Mental health and crisis intervention services
Valoris provides mental health services, crisis intervention, family support, and child protection services for youth, adults, and families throughout Prescott-Russell.
School Resources
We encourage you to contact your school board or your child’s school to obtain information about the support services available.
Schools often provide access to counsellors, social workers, or specialized resources to support youth and their families.
Would you like to offer Teen: IRL in your organization or community?
For Schools, Organizations, and Community Partners
The program can be offered in a variety of settings, including schools, community centres, libraries, public events, conferences, panels, sports teams, and youth groups.
The format can be adapted based on the needs of the group, the number of participants, the time available, and the goals of the activity.
Collaboration Opportunities
- Request a workshop for a group of youth.
- Collaborate on a themed day or community event.
- Explore a partnership agreement.
- Support the development and sustainability of the program.
Information Guide for Partners
Interested partners can consult the program information guide to learn more about the objectives, workshops, available formats, collaboration opportunities, and conditions for using the program.
Support Teen: IRL
Your contribution helps maintain equipment, develop new resources, reach more youth, and strengthen prevention efforts across Prescott-Russell.
- Maintenance of virtual reality equipment
- Production of awareness and educational materials
- Development of workshops and resources
- Accessibility of the program for youth and community partners