River Dufour
About River Dufour
River Dufour serves as a Community Consent Educator at Yale University, where they facilitate trainings and respond to incidents of sexual misconduct. They have a background in political science and have engaged in various collaborative projects across campus.
Work at Yale University
River Dufour currently serves as a Community Consent Educator at Yale University, a position held since 2022. In this role, Dufour has initiated collaborative projects with both formal and informal student groups across the campus. They have facilitated trainings for the Office of Gender and Campus Culture, focusing on consent education and awareness. Dufour's responsibilities also include responding to incidents of sexual misconduct, contributing to a safer campus environment.
Education and Expertise
River Dufour is pursuing a degree in Political Science and Government at Yale University, where they have been studying since 2021. Prior to Yale, Dufour completed their secondary education at Deering High School from 2016 to 2020. This educational background has equipped Dufour with knowledge and skills relevant to their current role in community consent education.
Previous Work Experience
Before their current position at Yale, River Dufour held several roles that contributed to their professional development. They worked as a Canvasser for Planned Parenthood Federation of America in 2020 for one month in Portland, Maine. Additionally, Dufour served as a Facilitation Trainer at Seeds of Peace from 2019 to 2020 in Otisfield, Maine, where they focused on training and facilitation skills. In 2022, Dufour interned as a Campaign Finance Intern for Janet Mills for Governor in Portland, Maine, for three months.
Community Engagement Initiatives
In their capacity as a Community Consent Educator at Yale University, River Dufour has been involved in various community engagement initiatives. These initiatives include collaborating with student groups to promote consent education and awareness on campus. Dufour's work aims to foster a culture of consent and support among the student body, addressing critical issues related to sexual misconduct.