29/10/2026
Trigger Warning 🚨
Sexual activity without freely given consent is sexual abuse.
Sexual abuse can include unwanted sexual contact, coercion, pressure, threats, or having sexual boundaries ignored or violated, including within marriage or long-term relationships.
Because sexual intimacy is viewed as an expected part of romantic relationships, these behaviours can sometimes be minimised, excused or misunderstood. But being in a relationship does not mean someone is automatically entitled to sexual access to their partner. Consent must always be freely given and can be withdrawn at any time.
Learn the signs. Listen without judgement. Believe survivors.