Safety guide

Consent and boundaries

Consent must be voluntary, informed, specific, and ongoing. It can be withdrawn at any time.

Clear consent matters

  • Silence, prior consent, or a relationship does not imply consent now.
  • Pressure, intimidation, impairment, or manipulation are incompatible with consent.
  • Respect a boundary immediately and check in when anything is unclear.

Get support

If you experienced sexual violence or abuse, what happened is not your fault. Consider contacting a trusted person or a qualified local support organization.