Deciding to be intimate with someone is a very personal choice and only you can decide what is right for you. Being intimate may include kissing, sexual touching and sex (anal, oral, vaginal).
Consent is the foundation of sexual relationships and is needed for every sexual activity, every time. Consent means that both partners agree to the sexual activity and everyone understands what they’re agreeing to.
Consent is:
- needed for every sexual activity
- understanding what you’re saying “yes” to
- asking your partner if they understand what they’re saying “yes” to
- checking in with your partner and agreeing that either of you can change your mind at any time
People can’t give consent if they’re:
- drunk, high or asleep
- forced, threatened, bribed, intimidated, or offered a reward to do something sexual
Any sexual activity without consent is sexual assault. If you’re having a hard time deciding whether you want to engage in sexual activity or not, talk to a parent or an adult you trust.