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.
More support resources
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.
Confidentiality & safety
Confidentiality & safety
Confidentiality & safety
Laurel House takes the confidentiality of its clients and their personal and other information, very seriously.
More training resources
Resources - SECCA
Resources - SECCA
Resources - SECCA
A range of resources developed for people of all abilities to understand sexuality, relationships, health and rights.
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
More training resources
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.
Early Warning Signs
Early Warning Signs
Early Warning Signs
Fact sheet about the body clues, or early warning signs our body gives us.
More support resources
Confidentiality & safety
Confidentiality & safety
Confidentiality & safety
Laurel House takes the confidentiality of its clients and their personal and other information, very seriously.
Get help now
If you, or anyone else is in immediate danger, call 000
Northern Tasmania
North West Tasmania
If you require assistance outside of business hours, please call the 24/7 Statewide Support number below:
(1800 697 877)
Have a less urgent enquiry?
Please fill out the form below and your enquiry will be responded to within two business days
Supported by funding from
