Becoming An Askable Ally; 10 Simple Strategies to Start a Conversation About Sex and Sexuality

“I loved the piece about asking if we would ask the same thing of someone without developmental disabilities. I also enjoyed using the hierarchy of needs to promote discussions about this. ”
— ISN Oregon Coast Network participant

Description:

This training offers simple, easy-to-use strategies for broaching different aspects of sexual health and development with the people you support. When the people you support know they can come to you with questions about sex and sexuality, they know you are an Askable Ally!

Learning Objectives:

  • Utilize simple, easy-to-use strategies to open a dialogue and promote conversation around issues of sexuality

  • Learn to be ‘sex-positive’ in your workplace

  • Prioritize supported decision-making

  • Anticipate problems and responding with moderation

  • Understand how to invite conversations and get curious

  • Build ‘safer spaces’

Continuing Education Credits:

  • Approved for CEUs for Oregon Foster Care and Long-Term Care Providers

  • Approved for CEs for Washington State Long-Term Care Workers through Training Program Among Friends, LLC (WA753791) under DSHS CE Approval Code

Available Formats:

  • Fast Track (1.5 hours) - between 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm PT

  • Half Day (3 hours) - between 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm PT

  • Full Day (6 hours) - 9am-4pm PT with an hour lunch

There is an additional charge for trainings outside of the hours listed.