About this Presentation

It is important for health practitioners to understand and be able to explain the new sexual consent laws and also confidentiality laws to patients to whom it is relevant. The consequences of these laws emphasise the need for a detailed assessment of all people who are concerned about a sexual act they may have been involved in. Referral to the appropriate service and mandatory reporting legislation may be relevant in a consultation about this subject.

About the Expert

Tara Hunter

Tara Hunter works as the Director Clinical and Client Services at Full Stop Australia (formerly Rape and Domestic Violence Services Australia). Tara has over 20 years’ experience working in the NGO and health sectors, including managing a NSW Health hospital based sexual assault service that provides a 24/7 psychosocial and medical response for people who have experienced a recent sexual assault. Tara has expertise in leading training, service and clinical responses to gender-based violence with a focus on client centred care and creating service systems that support clients and the workers that deliver their care.