People with developmental disabilities are often left out of the conversation about sexuality, almost as if they are incapable of having thoughts, feelings, and needs. In reality, they, too, are sexual beings who need information and skills for making healthy decisions about sexuality. One of these skills is the ability to be a sexual self-advocate. As defined by Green Mountain Self-Advocates, sexual self-advocacy includes:

“Speaking up for yourself, sexually.”

“Taking a stand.”

“Saying to whomever – this is my choice.”

“Stating your sexual limits and desires with your partner, respecting others limits and desires.”

During this workshop, parents will learn what sexual self-advocacy is, explore ways you can support your child in becoming a sexual self-advocate, and teach self-advocacy skills to your child.