Anti-sexual violence movements, such as MeToo and TimesUp, turn much-needed attention to the nonconsensual acts that affect millions around the world. These movements not only inspire social change, but highlight the importance of asking for voluntary, conscious, and enthusiastic affirmatives to expressions of desire and sexual activities. Through this insightful and sensitive resource, readers will discover what it means to survive and heal from nonconsensual acts, how to access survivor-specific resources, and how to dispel prevalent myths. They will also be empowered to safely step in as bystanders, to help others as allies, and to speak up as advocates for sexual consent.

Introduction -- A culture of consent -- The different types of sexual violence -- The victims of sexual violence -- Next steps to safety and treatment -- The healing journey -- Allies and advocates for sexual consent.