Consensual sexual activity happens when each partner willingly chooses to participate
and says 鈥測es, I want to鈥� (engage in sexual behavior).鈥�
Verbally and openly communicating about expectations and desires is critical to obtaining
consent.
Consent can only be given by a person who has control of his or her mental and physical
capabilities.
Sex without consent
Sex without consent is sexual assault.
Use of force, intimidations, or coercion is a denial of a person鈥檚 right to freely
give his/her consent. Even if someone has agreed to engage sexually, that person has
the right to withdraw their consent at any time.
Consent in one situation does not mean that consent is given for further/future situations.
鈥淣o鈥� means 鈥渘o鈥�, and the use of 鈥漬o鈥� by any of the participating individuals should
end the interaction.