When assisting victims, under what condition should consent be sought for disclosure?

• A. Never obtain consent for disclosure
• B. Consent is not necessary if it's for law enforcement
• C. Obtain consent where possible
• D. Consent should be assumed

Answer: (C)

Consent should be sought wherever possible before sharing a survivor’s information. This protects the person’s autonomy and privacy, helps build trust, and aligns with ethical and professional standards in assisting victims. You should aim to obtain explicit consent for disclosure to others (such as medical providers, counselors, or authorities) whenever feasible. There are circumstances where you can disclose without consent, such as when the person cannot provide consent or there is an immediate safety concern or a mandatory reporting requirement, but the default practice is to seek consent first.