Unlock Access to FOUNDATIONS: Introducing the SHARE Scholarship Program!

At Among Friends, we believe that everyone who supports individuals with complex needs deserves the tools to foster healthy sexuality, relationships, and self-determination.

That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our SHARE Scholarship Program (Sexual Health And Relationships Education) offering 5 full scholarships (100% off) and 5 discount scholarships (50% off) for our upcoming Tier 1: FOUNDATIONS course!

In addition, Among Friends is inviting parents and professionals who support someone with complex needs to nominate a Self-Advocate they feel would benefit from the Tier 1: FOUNDATIONS Workshop. Two nominees will be selected to receive free registration for the event!

The FOUNDATIONS training will take place virtually from September 24 to 26, 2025, and is open to anyone nationwide. Click here to learn more…

Why FOUNDATIONS Is Unlike Any Other Training

  • Ecological Framework Mastery: Learn to see sexuality within the full context of family, community, culture, and policy—skills not covered in standard trainings.

  • Risk–Choice Balance: Gain hands-on practice using our proprietary decision-making model to support autonomy while safeguarding well-being.

  • Trauma-Informed, Rights-Based Strategies: Discover innovative approaches to address challenging behaviors rooted in trauma and ensure rights-based responses.

  • Interactive Activities & Case Studies: Engage in scenarios drawn from real-world practice, guided by expert facilitators, to build confidence and competence.

  • Person-Centered Team Collaboration: Acquire techniques for leading multidisciplinary teams in co-creating support plans that honor each individual’s goals and values.

SHARE Scholarship Details

  • Full Scholarships (5 seats): $345 value each

  • Discount Scholarships (5 seats): $172.50 value each

  • Application window: July 1 through July 31, 2025

  • Notification of Acceptance: August 15, 2025

Self-Advocate Nominations

  • Registration waived (2 Seats): $345 value each

  • Nomination Window: July 1 - July 31, 2025

  • Notification of Acceptance: August 15, 2025

FOUNDATIONS transformed how I approach sexual health with my clients… nothing else compares.

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For healthcare professionals seeking Continuing Medical Education, FOUNDATIONS is also eligible for 18 Category 1 CMEs through OHSU (separate registration fee applies).

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