Recognise non-consensual sexual touching
Familiarise yourself with the actions and behaviours that are deemed "Non-consensual sexual touching". Some are more obvious than others.
Inappropriate, concerning, or threatening behaviours include any of those outlined below.
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Sexual assault chevron_right
Sexual assault is any unwanted sexual activity that has not been freely consented to. It is also evident when a person is forced, tricked or coerced into sexual activity. It can include penetration with body part or object or removal of a condom without other person’s consent.
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Sexual harassment (including online harassment) chevron_right
Sexual harassment is unwanted sexualised behaviour that a reasonable person would consider to be offensive, humiliating or intimidating in the circumstances. Behaviours may occur in person or through use of digital technology. The intention of the person doing the harassing is irrelevant.
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Non-consensual sexual touching chevron_right
Non-consensual sexual touching is unwanted touching of a person's body by another person. For example, it can include kissing or inappropriate touching of a person's breasts, bottom or genitals above or beneath clothing.
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Domestic and family violence chevron_right
Domestic and family violence is a crime as defined in the Crimes (Domestic and Personal Violence) Act NSW 2007.
Domestic and family violence occurs when there is violence, abuse, or bullying behaviour towards you by someone who has a close relationship with you. The behaviour or actions are intended to scare and control, and it can happen at home or outside the home.
Domestic and family violence can happen to anyone regardless of culture, age, education, gender or sexual orientation. Domestic and family violence can refer to intimate partner abuse or abuse between siblings, parents, children, grandparents, aunts and uncles.
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Online sexual abuse chevron_right
Behaviours online can also be considered sexual abuse and can be criminal acts.
This can include sharing intimate images without consent or threatening to share them without consent, online stalking, and online sexual harassment.
Find out more about online behaviours which are considered abuse, and how to respond at the eSafety Commission website.
Not all types of abuse are considered a crime under legislation. However, abuse can still cause harm and people who experience this can still access support services.