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Socio-cultural and familial factors

To Whom Do We Disclose?: Disclosure of Bisexual Orientation to Family and Friends

Title of Event: To Whom Do We Disclose?: Disclosure of Bisexual Orientation to Family and Friends
 
Description of Event:
The online research study explores the relationship between disclosure of bisexual orientation and temperament to explore how that impacts to whom we disclose our sexual orientation. This discussion will take a contextual look at bisexuality, how it has changed over the years, and how sexuality education can be modified to adequately address bisexuality.

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.
 

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