Simply put, consent is permission for something to happen or an agreement to do something. Sexual consent means both partners agree to the sexual activity and understand what they are agreeing to. Sexual activity includes kissing, sexual touching and sexual intercourse (oral, anal, vaginal). Consent is the foundation of sexual relationships and is needed for every sexual activity, every time.
Understanding Consent
How to get and give consent and other important aspects of consent. NOTE: Consent ages shown are not accurate for Tasmania. Refer to Laws section for correct Tasmanian age of consent information.
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Black Dog Institute
Black Dog Institute
Black Dog Institute
Online tools and mobile apps for your mental health and wellbeing developed and successfully tested through research trials that you can access anywhere at no cost.
Therapeutic options
Therapeutic options
Therapeutic options
Just as there are no right or wrong reactions to trauma, there is no one way to heal. Laurel House counsellors will work with you to find an approach that feels right for you.
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Stop it at the Start – Jack and Ava
Stop it at the Start – Jack and Ava
Stop it at the Start – Jack and Ava
A short video about respect
Youth Law Australia - Legal Services For All Young People
Youth Law Australia - Legal Services For All Young People
Youth Law Australia - Legal Services For All Young People
Providing free, confidential legal information & help for people under 25 years
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Sex and Consent
Sex and Consent
Sex and Consent
Sex and Consent explained by Women with disability Australia. Site can toggle between Easy Read and standard format.
Breathless
Breathless
Breathless
A website with information about strangulation / choking and pornography. Includes short videos about this topic.
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About forensic medical examinations
About forensic medical examinations
About forensic medical examinations
This fact sheet explains what forensic medical examinations are, what to expect if you choose to have one, and how to request one.
Therapeutic options
Therapeutic options
Therapeutic options
Just as there are no right or wrong reactions to trauma, there is no one way to heal. Laurel House counsellors will work with you to find an approach that feels right for you.
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