I have the right to refuse a date without feeling guilty.

I can ask for a date without feeling rejected or inadequate if the answer is no.

I do not have to act macho.

I may choose not to act seductively.

If I don't want physical closeness, I have the right to say so.

I have the right to start a relationship slowly, to say, "I want to know you better before I become involved."

I have the right to be myself without changing to suit others.

I have the right to change a relationship when my feelings change. I can say, "We used to be close, but I want something else now."

If I am told a relationship is changing, I have the right not to blame or change myself to keep it going.

I have the right to an equal relationship with my partner.

I have the right to act one way with one person and a different way with someone else.

I have the right to change my goals whenever I want to.

This information is provided by the National Crime Prevention Council  -- www.ncpc.org
1000 Connecticut Avenue, NW, 13th Floor
Washington, DC 20036