Lesson Plan

Session 1 Lesson Plan

Introduce students to the concept and forms of domestic violence, recognize immediate impacts, and foster empathy through guided reflection.

Building a foundational understanding of domestic violence helps students recognize signs of abuse, cultivate empathy for those affected, and create safer, more supportive communities.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Gather and Review Materials

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Presentation

10 minutes

Step 3

Worksheet Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Group Discussion

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Breaking The Silence: Session 1

What Is Domestic Violence?

Forms of Domestic Violence

Age-Appropriate Scenario

Reflection Activity

Closing & Next Steps

Worksheet

Discussion

Lesson Plan

Session 2 Lesson Plan

Enable students to recognize deeper warning signs of domestic violence and identify safe adults and resources for support.

Spotting subtle signs and knowing trusted adults empowers students to act early, support peers, and build a safer community.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Gather and Review Materials

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Presentation

10 minutes

Step 3

Worksheet Activity

8 minutes

Step 4

Resource Mapping

4 minutes

Step 5

Group Discussion

3 minutes

Slide Deck

Breaking The Silence: Session 2

Recap & Objective

Spotting Subtle Warning Signs

Real-Life Scenario

Normal Conflict vs. Coercive Control

Who Can You Turn To?

Closing & Next Steps

Worksheet

Reading

Discussion

Lesson Plan

Session 3 Lesson Plan

Equip students with strategies to respond safely and supportively when they or others face domestic violence and develop personal self-care practices to maintain emotional wellness.

Teaching healthy response skills and self-care empowers students to assist peers safely, manage stress, and build resilience, preventing burnout and promoting well-being.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Gather and Review Materials

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Role-Play Exercise

10 minutes

Step 3

Self-Care Planning

8 minutes

Step 4

Group Discussion

5 minutes

Step 5

Closing Reflection

2 minutes

Slide Deck

Breaking The Silence: Session 3

Recap & Objectives

Healthy Response Steps

Role-Play Scenario

Why Self-Care Matters

Self-Care Strategies

Closing & Next Steps

Worksheet

Reading

Discussion

Lesson Plan

Session 4 Lesson Plan

Empower students to build personal resilience, identify community strengths, and plan actionable steps to support peers and raise awareness about domestic violence.

Cultivating resilience and community action empowers students to sustain support efforts, foster positive change, and reinforce that collective action can break the cycle of domestic violence.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Gather and Review Materials

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Presentation

8 minutes

Step 3

Resilience Reflection

7 minutes

Step 4

Action Planning Activity

7 minutes

Step 5

Group Discussion & Commitment

3 minutes

Slide Deck

Breaking The Silence: Session 4

Recap & Objectives

What Is Resilience?

Community Strengths

Youth Leadership in Action

Reflecting on Your Strengths