Our First Time Sex Stories

Context:
Sex is an important part of life for many folks. Yet, we generally don't talk about it. This is especially the case when it comes to our very first time having sex. That is unfortunate because this silence increases shame and ignorance and takes away opportunities for support and learning. We hope that talking openly and thoughtfully about sex can allow us to move our experiences from shame to pleasure!

Approach:
With a small group (max. 5 participants + 2 facilitators) we will talk about and reflect on how our personal first sexual experience happened. We also want to explore how ideas of masculinity shape our experiences. This is a conversation, facilitated by Alan and Jan.

Confidentiality:
Participants are welcome to share as much as they feel comfortable sharing. As these conversations will be very personal, participants are not allowed to share the stories of other participants beyond the immediate workshop.

Facilitators:
Alan is wrapping up his PhD in sociology, where he researched how folks with intellectual disabilities have and experience sex. He has had many conversations with people about sex and sexuality, and looks forward to hearing and learning from you folks!

Jan has a background in healthy relationships, and will do his best to shift his perspective from health to pleasure!

Accessibility:
The workshop will be in person (unless the COVID situation changes, in which case it will be on Zoom). The room allows for physical distancing of 2 meters, and is ventilated. Participants will be asked to keep on their mask (please connect with one of the facilitators if that is not possible to explore options). The atelier is on the ground floor with fully accessible rooms and washrooms. The conversations will be in English, about sex, and may discuss violence. Participants will be asked and given space to monitor their own well-being during the conversation.

Reservations:
Please reserve your spot through the Facebook event.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Jan van Heuzen,
(he, him, his)

Alan Santinele Martino
(he, him, his)