The Consexual Creed^©

As a Consexual, I enjoy mutually satisfying sexual relationships due to my respectful attitudes and choices.  Being a Consexual means that I:

1.       believe that my partner’s sexual safety and autonomy are always more important than my own sexual access and satisfaction;

2.       will always take steps to ensure that I have fully informed consent prior to engaging in any sexual behavior;

3.       will never seek sexual contact with anyone who is incapable of granting consent (e.g., anyone who is underage, drug-impaired, unconscious, etc.);

4.       will disclose relevant information (e.g., exposure to disease, attitudes
toward pregnancy, commitment to the relationship, etc.) so that my
potential sexual partner can make an informed decision;

5.       believe that sexual contact is always a privilege. No one has a right to demand sexual contact from another person;

6.       will never force, coerce, manipulate or deceive anyone in order to have
sex. There is no justification for engaging in sexual contact without consent;

7.       realize that anyone who has given consent may withdraw that consent at
any time, without needing to justify that decision: “When in doubt, I will
stop and check it out;

8.       will take full responsibility for my own sexual behavior. I will not blame others;” and

9.       will promote sexual safety by confronting abusive attitudes and behavior in others.

Signature:     _______________________  Date:  ____________________       

Witness:      _______________________  Date:  ____________________