Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Consent, care & safeguarding · Core

Ongoing consent

Also called: continuous consent

ELI5

Consent checked again as circumstances, understanding or the project change.

Used in conversation

“Let’s check ongoing consent again now that the story has changed direction.”

Definition

A consent process revisited as circumstances, material or consequences change rather than treated as a single signature.

Here “Ongoing consent” means: A consent process revisited as circumstances, material or consequences change rather than treated as a single signature.

Pitch context

Use this in nonfiction pitches to separate what is known, accessible, ethical and structurally repeatable.

Why it matters: Distinguishes story, access, evidence, format mechanics and participant-care responsibilities.

Connected terms

  • Informed consentEthical participation may require consent to be revisited as circumstances change.
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