Social + Discussion: What are we consenting to in our ENM relationships?

“Relationships should be based on the full, informed consent of everyone involved.”
Franklin Veaux & Eve Rickert, More Than Two

“We define consent as an active collaboration for the pleasure and well-being of all concerned.” Dossie Easton & Janet Hardy, The Ethical Slut

Thursday 9th April 2026: 7.30–9pm
Polyamory & ENM: Social + Discussion –
“What are we consenting to in our ENM relationships?”
(Online, free to attend)

Consent is often described as one of the foundational principles of ethical non-monogamy. At its simplest, it means freely and knowingly agreeing to something. But in real relationships, it can often be more complicated and messy than that.

– So what are we actually consenting to in polyamory?
– Is it a one-off initial agreement at the start of each relationship, or an ongoing, evolving process?
– How clear are we, really, about what we’ve said yes to?
– Is consent always a good thing? Can we take it too far?

Expect an open, curious conversation where there’s no single right answer, just shared experience, insight, and learning.

Open to both total newbies and seasoned poly adventurers. Bring your curiosity, your questions, and your own lived wisdom – all perspectives are welcome.

We will take the question as a starting point for a deeper conversation and spend time in breakout rooms to allow people to connect and chat with more people and hear more perspectives.

Please note this isn't one of those impersonal online events where participants engage minimally and at a distance from behind their muted faceless screens. Numbers are limited precisely to encourage real human connection and conversation in breakout rooms with like-minded folks, to whatever extent feels authentic and comfortable to them.

Cost: Free