Consent is defined as an enthusiastic and freely given ‘yes’ to any sexual activity. Sexual activity without consent is sexual assault. Consent must be given for each sexual activity, even if consent has been given before. Consent can be withdrawn at any time.
The enthusiastic and freely given ‘yes’ you receive is reflected both verbally and in your partner’s body language
You partner is awake, alert, sober, and interested
You have discussed with your partner what one another’s boundaries are, and continue to communicate with your partner before and at each stage of an encounter
You coerce someone into saying yes by begging, pleading or threatening them
You make someone feel guilty for saying no
You imply threats (e.g., by towering over them, blocking the door, etc.)
You lie about what you’re going to do
You’re abusing your position of trust, power and/or authority