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Age of Consent

Consent cannot be given by anyone under the age of 18.

Invalid Consent (Authority)

Consent is not valid if the other person is in a position of authority. Examples include: - Coach - Employer - Teacher

Invalid Consent (Exploitation)

Consent cannot be given if sexual activity is exploitative. Examples include: - Prostitution - Pornography - Trading sex for safety

Methods of Giving Consent

Consent can be delivered in two ways: - Verbally - Non-verbally

Verbal Cues of Consent

Common verbal indicators of consent include: - "Do you want to have sex?" - "I'd like to…" - "Would you please…" - "Don't stop."

Non-Verbal Cues of Consent

Physical non-verbal indicators of consent include: - A head nod - A thumbs up - Pulling someone closer - Initiating sexual activity

Verbal Cues of Non-Consent

Clear verbal indicators of non-consent include reaching phrases like: - "No" - "Stop"

Non-Verbal Cues of Non-Consent

Physical indicators that suggest non-consent include: - Avoiding touch - Pushing away - Staying silent or still