Definitions
Consensual Relationships: A consensual relationship refers to any relationship, either past or present, which is romantic, physically intimate, or sexual in nature, and to which the parties consent or consented. This includes marriage.
What does a consensual relationship mean?
A consensual relationship is one in which two people are engaged by mutual consent in an emotionally (romantic) and physically (sexually) intimate relationship.
What is the purpose of a consensual relationship agreement?
Assuming that the relationship is indeed consensual, a great tool is to require the employees to enter a “Consensual Relationship Agreement.” The agreement, signed by both employees and management, provides that the employees will not allow the relationship to interfere with or impact the work environment, and also ...
