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Socio-cultural and familial factors

A Lifetime Defying Myths Instead of Celebrating Gifts

Title of Event: A Lifetime Defying Myths Instead of Celebrating Gifts 
 
Description of Event:
The bulk of the Gay Movement has been spent defying stereotypes rather than exploring and celebrating unique innate gifts. Gay Baby Boomers have successfully normalized homosexuality but have been denied the opportunity to know and celebrate what they bring to the table. It's time for a shift in focus.
 
Date of Event: 01/01/2025-12/31/2025
 

Black and Sexy Book Discussion

Title of Event: Black and Sexy Book Discussion
 
Description of Event:
How do African American people come to understand sexuality, and themselves as sexual beings? Dr. Tracie Q. Gilbert has released her inaugural work Black & Sexy, which helps get at an answer. This session provides an overview of the book's emergent theory (Black Sexual Epistemology), facilitating discussion with participants about its implications for sexuality educators and practitioners alike.

Turkish Teachers' Responses to Problem Scenarios about Sexuality Education

Title of Event: Turkish Teachers' Responses to Problem Scenarios about Sexuality Education
 
Description of Event:
As the Science Curriculum in Turkey includes topics such as human reproduction and adolescent health, elementary school science teachers (ESTs) are indirectly required to teach sexuality. Informed by Foucault’s analysis of sexuality and power, this study examined how elementary school science teachers (ESTs) responded to problem scenarios related to sexuality.

Polyvagal Theory & KINK

Title of Event: Polyvagal Theory & KINK
 
Description of Event: This course is designed for both professional mental health workers AND individuals looking to establish safety and connection in their KINKY sex practices. We'll examine how incorporating the modern science of Interpersonal Neurobiology with KINK dynamics can allow for increased co-regulation and self-regulation skills so we can fully enjoy the ANXIETY and STRESS we intentionally invite into SEX.
 

Polyvagal Theory & KINK

Title of Event: Polyvagal Theory & KINK
 
Description of Event:
This course is designed for both professional mental health workers AND individuals looking to establish safety and connection in their KINKY sex practices. We'll examine how incorporating the modern science of Interpersonal Neurobiology with KINK dynamics can allow for increased co-regulation and self-regulation skills so we can fully enjoy the ANXIETY and STRESS we intentionally invite into SEX.

Sexuality Education Training for Parents of Children with IDD

Title of Event: Sexuality Education Training for Parents of Children with IDD

Parents are often responsible for educating their child about sexuality, yet many parents may not be prepared to teach these topics. Sexuality education is critical for children with intellectual disabilities, who may be vulnerable to sexual abuse and sexual behavior outcomes. Families can learn to educate their child about sexuality. 

Location: Online Asynchronous

Presenter: Dr. Deborah L. Rookes and Dr. Nicole Achey

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