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Consent and Awareness Bracelets:
Clear Communication for Respectful Interaction
Why These Bracelets?
Every person is unique. Our preferences, moods, and desire for social interaction are constantly changing and differ from person to person. What is a welcome approach for one might be too much for another. Nevertheless, it is often difficult to communicate these subtle yet important boundaries clearly and unequivocally without having to engage in a long conversation.
This is precisely why we developed the Consent and Awareness Bracelets: We want to create a simple, non-verbal way to immediately make individual boundaries and the current readiness for interaction visible. They are a tool that promotes respect and reduces misunderstandings by signaling special wishes and approaches even before contact is initiated.
These bracelets serve as a simple, visual tool to signal the current readiness for interaction and to create awareness for the importance of consent in social interaction. They allow everyone to use non-verbal communication about their mood and how they wish to be approached.
Each color and inscription
stands for an unambiguous message:
"White" - "Ghost"
Keep a DISTANCE.
Absolute desire for peace and distance. Please do not approach or talk to me.
"Red" - "No"
NOT in the mood.
No readiness for flirtation, approach, or deeper interaction. Respect this boundary.
"Yellow" - "Maybe"
Let’s TALK and see.
Open to a conversation, but undecided about further steps. Consent must be actively sought.
"Green" - "Yes"
Yes, in the MOOD.
Open to flirtation, approach, and interaction. This is an invitation, but not a free pass.
"Black" - "Consent"
CONSENT until I say NO.
Active, revocable consent for the ongoing interaction. This can be withdrawn at any time.
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Important Notes:
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Consent is revocable at any time: The message of a bracelet can change. A "Yes" today can be a "No" tomorrow.
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When in doubt, ask: Sometimes people have their own bracelets that might have the same color but different inscriptions and mean something else. Sometimes poor (colored) lighting also means we cannot recognize colors or recognize them incorrectly. If you are unsure, ask what the person opposite you is wearing and what it means.
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No excuse for misconduct: The bracelet does not replace the need to act respectfully at all times. It is merely a communication tool.
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Start slow: A slow approach helps the person you are interacting with to adjust and build rapport. Those who start slow can become wilder; those who start wild are more likely to be slowed down. Regardless of the bracelet, consent for every new or more intense interaction must be actively sought and should never be taken for granted.
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Wear the bracelets consciously: Be aware of the meaning of the bracelets and do not take them lightly. A black or green bracelet can quickly become too much for someone. A green bracelet can lead to fewer attempts at contact than you might actually intend.
These bracelets foster a culture where boundaries are respected and consent forms the basis of every interaction.