There has been much written about sexual harassment and rape accusations at colleges. I thought it would be interesting to share portions of a 44-page document on sexual conduct and misconduct issued by California's Claremont College for its students (as reported in The Weekly Standard Oct 20)
Effective consent consists of an affirmative, conscious decision by each participant to engage in mutually agreed upon (and the conditions of) sexual activity.
The Essential Elements of Consent:
1. Informed and Reciprocal
2. Freely and Actively Given
3. Mutually Understandable
4. Not Indefinite
5. Not Unlimited
All parties must demonstrate a clear and mutual understanding of the nature and scope of the act to which they are consenting, and a willingness to do the same thing, at the same time, in the same way.
Withdrawal of Consent can be expressed 'no' or can be based on an outward demonstration that conveys that an individual is hesitant, confused, uncertain, or is no longer a mutual participant."
Don't forget to bring signed documents and lawyers along on your next date!
Effective consent consists of an affirmative, conscious decision by each participant to engage in mutually agreed upon (and the conditions of) sexual activity.
The Essential Elements of Consent:
1. Informed and Reciprocal
2. Freely and Actively Given
3. Mutually Understandable
4. Not Indefinite
5. Not Unlimited
All parties must demonstrate a clear and mutual understanding of the nature and scope of the act to which they are consenting, and a willingness to do the same thing, at the same time, in the same way.
Withdrawal of Consent can be expressed 'no' or can be based on an outward demonstration that conveys that an individual is hesitant, confused, uncertain, or is no longer a mutual participant."
Don't forget to bring signed documents and lawyers along on your next date!
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