From Mammy to Megan: Anti-Black Sexual Tropes and the Nuances of Fetishism and Objectification for Sex-Positive Professionals (4 CE Hours, 2024)

$160.00

Saturday, November 16, 2024 | 2 pm -6 pm EST

4 CE Hours

Presented by: Shanae Adams, LPCC

Live Via Webinar Or Available Via Video Recording Following The Live Event

AASECT Category:

Human Sexuality Education

Section F

Description:

American media’s portrayal of black sexuality perpetuates ideas created during African enslavement. This workshop will discuss the creation of these anti-black sexual troupes, the implicit bias sexuality professionals may need to unpack working with these populations, and tools to create inclusive sex-positive spaces.

Learning Objectives:

  • Define objectification and fetishization
  • Explain how anti-black sexual troupes were developed and how they are perpetuated today
  • List 2 tools to check their implicit bias and support clients of color
  • Demonstrate 2 tools to check their implicit bias and support clients of color
Speaker Bio:
Shanae “HonestlyNae” Adams, MA, LPCC, NCC, CIGT (pronouns she/they) serves her community in a variety of ways including therapist, educator, and sex-positive enthusiast. Her mission is sexuality normalization, explanation, and melanated representation. Her passion revolves around the liberation of embracing sexuality. She is known for her dynamic workshops, sex-positive mindset, and eliminating the “taboo” surrounding sex and sexuality.