Consent is a clear, enthusiastic agreement between participants to engage in sexual activities. It is important to always obtain consent from all parties before participating in any sexual activity. Consent cannot be obtained from people who are under the age of 18, under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, unconscious, under pressure of intimidation/threat/social influence, and/or if there is a power imbalance between parties (e.g. teacher/student, supervisor/employee). It is important to obtain consent for any and all sexual activities, as individuals may consent to some sexual acts and not others, and individuals may change their mind at any point. Finally, the absence of a “no” is not consent. Consent must be enthusiastically, clearly, and freely given.