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“You like to do what?!” A Sex Positive Approach to BDSM & Sexual Health
November 2, 9:00 am–10:15 am MDT
The BDSM/Kink community is frequently excluded from public health messaging and outreach programs regarding sexual health. Members of our community also often feel unable to discuss their sexual health with healthcare providers due to stigma, shame and fear of being misunderstood. This interactive presentation will discuss the unique sexual health needs for people who practice BDSM/Kink lead by a someone who not only works in public health, but is also an active member of the BDSM/Kink community. Topics from HIV and STIs (sexually transmitted infections) to the health implications of specific BDSM/Kink practices will be examined and explored in an informative, sex positive, and stigma free way. Attendees will be empowered with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed decisions regarding their sexual health and BDSM/Kink practices.