You cannot have a conversation about rape culture without talking about the issue of consent. Blaming the victim is standard practice in rape cases; arguments like “She seemed awake to me,” and “She was really drunk and had been hitting on guys all night” are disturbingly common. 

What we​ aim to clarify in this slideshow, illustrated by the incredible @thelatestkate, is that fact that if someone is sexually assaulted, it is never, NEVER their fault. Consent is a clear, enthusiastic yes; it is not debatable or open for interpretation. Consent means that each person is aware of their partner’s boundaries and is respectful of both verbal statements and nonverbal cues. It means that if you’re hooking up with someone, you can decide to stop at any time. 

Most of all, it means that no matter how drunk you are or what you’re wearing or whether or not you’re giving off “mixed signals,” another person NEVER has permission to use your body in a way that makes you feel unsafe or uncomfortable.

All illustrations by @thelatestkate