Sexual abuse is when someone touches you inappropriately or sexually or forces you to perform a sexual act against your will. Sexual harassment with words or action is also abuse.

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Nobody has the right to force another person to do something sexual against their will. Having sex with another person without consent is rape. 

Sexual harassment is when someone oversteps sexual boundaries.

Digital abuse is when someone uses technology or technological devices to monitor, harass, threaten, or humiliate you.

When an older person uses deceit or gifts to groom a teenager or a vulnerable person to perform sexual acts, it is called grooming. Grooming is abuse and is illegal.

Spiking is when someone gives another person a drink, medicine or drugs that have been spiked. 

If you have been subjected to sexual assault or harassment you should consider reporting it to the police.  We have collected information about the legal process, from initial reports all the way through the case being brought to court. 

A guide to the Icelandic justice system for victims of sexual offences

It can be hard to know how to help a loved one who has experienced sexual violence or abuse. You can be an important source of support for them, even if it seems overwhelming at first.

Giving support after sexual violence or abuse

It's good to plan ahead so that you are ready if the situation arises.

What to do if you witness harassment or violence 

Sex needs to build on respect and good communication where the longing of both parties is respected. Respecting boundaries is a basic element of healthy communication.

Sexual assault is when someone touches you inappropriately or sexually or forces you to perform a sexual act against your will. Sexual harassment with words or action is also assault.

Overstepping a persons sexual boundaries is assault.

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