Sexual Assault Resource Center

Looking for ways to support your community today? Join the SARC team in Downtown Bryan!

MORNING: We'll be walking in the Brazos Valley Juneteenth Parade starting at 10 AM in Downtown Bryan. We'd love to see you along the parade route cheering everyone on!
Parade details: destinationbryan.com/events/juneteenth-parade-2026/

EVENING: Join us for the Unmuted at the 101: A SARC Benefit Concert featuring incredible local music, community vendors, and support for survivors of sexual violence. Every ticket helps ensure survivors across the Brazos Valley continue to receive the crisis services they deserve.
Concert details and tickets: givebutter.com/SARCunmuted26

We hope you'll spend your Saturday with us as we celebrate community 💙

QUESTION: What does healthy consent sound like in a marriage?

Consent isn’t a one-time agreement. It’s an ongoing conversation about what both people like, want, and are comfortable with. A spouse should always feel safe expressing what they do or do not want. And in a space free of pressure, guilt, or anger.

Sometimes consent sounds like:
👍 “Is this okay?”
❓“What would feel good for you tonight?”
💤 “I’m feeling tired tonight. Can we just spend time together?”
☺️ “How would you feel about trying ___?”
🙌 “I’m not comfortable with that, but I would enjoy ___.”

And just as importantly, a loving partner listens with kindness and understanding. And responds to your words with curiosity and care, not guilt trips or resentment.

Marriage should be one of the safest and most supportive relationships in our lives.

No one ever owes physical intimacy simply because they are married.