Sexuality
Sexual wellness tends to feel like a luxury when it is a vital part of overall well-being. It involves not just the physical but emotional, psychological, and spiritual aspects as well. It’s about understanding and embracing your sexuality in a way that brings joy, satisfaction, and empowerment. At Ascension Institute, we create a careFULL, inclusive space where you can explore and enhance your sexual wellness without shame, guilt, pressure, or criticism.
nurture - sex & pleasure coaching
Sessions supporting your sexual wellness and prioritizing your pleasure
Recorded Trainings
Access previously recorded virtual trainings on topics that will expand your knowledge and your toolkit/toybox
Self-Care for BIPOC Sexuality Professionals
Sexual & Reproductive Justice (SRJ): Beyond the Basics
Fabulous and Thriving: Wellness in the Land of Fatphobia
Know Better, Do Better: Racial Equity for/as Healthcare Providers
Interested in workshops and trainings? Check out Speaking and complete the interest form
Sexuality Professionals of Color
a space for sexuality professionals of color to connect, commune, and conspire
Sex on Shuffle
a sexuality and media podcast with teachable moments baked right in - from the Succulent Sexologist’s perspective!
also available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.
Sexuality Resources
a Stay Ready Stash of past projects and collaborations
for my knowledge seekers
Racial Justice in Sex Education: E-Learning Modules
Free educational programming on racial justice in sexuality education
created with Advocates for Youth, SisterReach, and leading experts in the field
Guidance, tools, and resources to integrate racial justice into sexuality education
created with Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States (SIECUS) and The Women of Color Sexual Health Network (WOCSHN)
Facing Injustice: A Reflection on Race in Sex Education
A discussion on race in sex education with Mariotta Gary-Smith, Chris Harley, and ASL Interpreter Kenya McPheeters
hosted by Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States (SIECUS)
Solidarity Statement on Racial Justice in Sexuality Education
Reciting of Solidarity Statement when/where it was created - the 2014 National Sex Ed Conference
Gender and Related Language: OWL (Our Whole Lives) Taking Flight
A discussion of gender and related language as part of the monthly roundtable series for Our Whole Lives
“From Slacktivism to Meaningful Action: Using Tech to Fight for Freedom”
Opening Keynote for the 2016 Woodhull Freedom Foundation 7th Annual Sexual Freedom Summit
Quoted in…
Confidence and Joy by Emily Nagoski - Cindy Lee Alves
Level - How the Pandemic Killed Your Sex Life
Rewire - What LGBTQ-Positive Sex Ed Should Look Like
Teen Vogue - The Case for Public Sex Ed Classes
INTO - Queer Poly POCs Deserve Better Representation Than “She’s Gotta Have It”
Rewire - You’re Not Out of the Woods Yet: Advocates Share Tips for Hard Conversations
For the Collective
The Women of Color Sexual Health Network (WoCSHN)
a collective membership organization with a focus on the sexual and reproductive needs of women and gender expansive people of color
Founding Member and Leadership Collective (LC)
your accurate and inclusive guide to health, sexuality, and reproductive justice.
Content Expert, Sexualities, Gender, and Relationships
Content Expert, Sexual Anatomies & Sexual Health
Undergraduate Student
“By far one of the best professors I've ever had the opportunity of having. You make the mundane, fun. Thank you for making sex not so taboo & frowned upon”
Conference Attendee