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Feb
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to Feb 23

Ethical & Legal Perspectives of Diverse and Alternative Communities

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Ethical & Legal Perspectives of Diverse and alternative Communities

Dates: February 22nd-23rd, 2025

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A Two-Day Online Conference

This two-day online training is designed for mental health and medical professionals seeking to expand their knowledge and engage in a transformative dialogue about the ethical and legal implications of diverse and alternative professionals. Participants will be challenged to critically examine their perspectives, gain new insights, and contribute to meaningful discussions on the challenges faced and of those who support them. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with leading experts in the field, build professional connections, and explore topics such as legal landscape of adult creators, the psychological impacts of censorship, and ethical frameworks for supporting this population in therapeutic settings. This event provides a safe, inclusive, and enriching space to address pressing issues, foster collaboration, and connect with a dynamic community committed to promoting understanding, equity, and resilience.


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Tentative Schedule

Ethical & Legal Perspectives of Diverse and alternative Communities

Saturday & Sunday: 10:00am-6:00pm Central Time

Topics and Descriptions:

Legal Landscape for Lifestylers with Ria Chattergoon

Focus on how the legal landscape affects lifestylers and key protections for those involved in alternative lifestyles

Ethical Hustle: How Adult Creators Can Outlast Censorship with Jasmine, King, and Hotline Representative

Censorship and Advocacy: A Guide for Therapists Supporting the SW Community

Unveiling Desires Research Project: Why they tell us more than you? with Jasmine, Nicole Crawford,

Kiana Cummings, Dr. Tanya Bass

Black and Kinky: Decolonization of Sex with King Noire

Reclaiming Black sexuality from colonial narratives, led by Mani and Star.

SW Survival Guide with Glittersaurus Rex and Domme Kat

Providing information, resources, and education to the SW community, especially marginalized voices. 

P*rn Literacy for All Ages with Jasmine/ Jessica Nater

Exploring p*rn literacy for clients of all ages and how to implement age-appropriate programs.

D.O.P.E – Serving SW Families Focusing on supporting families of SWs with Mani & Star / Jessica Nater

Focusing on supporting families of SWs

How SWs Find Themselves Doing Our Jobs (Panel Discussion) with Panel of SWs: Jasmine, King, Jiz Lee

A panel discussion with SWs sharing their personal and professional journeys.

The Difference Between SW and Sex Surrogates with Jasmine, King & Brian Gibney

Exploring the differences between SW and surrogacy in a therapeutic context.


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Watch our exclusive interviews with each presenter as they share intriguing insights and teasers about their topics!


ABOUT THE PRESENTERS:

Nicole Crawford, DrPH, MSW, MPH, LCSW

Dr. Nicole Crawford is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, dementia care consultant, and public health expert based in Florida. With multiple advanced degrees, she brings a strengths-based, solution-focused approach to therapy and consulting. Her expertise spans working with individuals and families to navigate mental health and aging-related challenges.

King Noire

King Noire is an award-winning adult performer, writer, and activist who has dedicated his career to advocating for ethical practices in the adult industry. As a Master Fetish Trainer and global activist, King has used his work to raise awareness about kink safety and to support marginalized communities. His initiatives include building schools and fresh water wells in Guinea-Bissau, as well as promoting inclusive sex education.

N. Jasmine Johnson, MSW, MA, LCSW

Jasmine, also known as Jet Setting Jasmine, is a psychotherapist, adult film director, and co-owner of Royal Fetish Films. With her background in mental health, Jasmine advocates for ethical, inclusive adult content and the decolonization of sex. Her work has been featured on platforms like Comedy Central's The Daily Show, Forbes, and Playboy, where she discusses sex positivity, parenting, and racial equity in the adult entertainment space.

Jessica Nater

Jessica Nater is a Children and Family Specialist and the owner of PlaySmart Learning Center. With degrees in Child Development, Jessica has dedicated her career to creating environments where children and families can thrive. Her work emphasizes the importance of collaboration between families, educators, and the community to foster educational success and emotional well-being.

Tiana GlittersaurusRex

Tiana GlittersaurusRex, aka "Smoky Spice," is a sex-positive advocate, content creator, and the president of the SW Survival Guide. With her passion for inclusivity, education, and destigmatization, Tiana curates community spaces that empower marginalized voices. Her work spans advocating for the rights and safety of sex workers and integrating cannabis and conscious hedonism into her activism.

Mani Frizalone

Mani Frizalone, founder of D.O.P.E (Daughter of Porn Entertainers), is a speaker and advocate for sex-positive parenting. As the oldest child of Jasmine and King Noire, Mani shares her lived experience navigating healthcare and stigma as a daughter of adult performers. Through her work, she provides resources and support for reducing harm and fostering understanding for families in the adult industry.

Dr. Tanya Bass

Dr. Tanya Bass is a nationally recognized sexuality educator, health equity expert, and founder of the NC Sexual Health Conference. An AASECT-certified trainer, she has collaborated with organizations ranging from academic institutions to faith-based communities. Known for her dynamic and engaging presentation style, Dr. Bass is a sought-after speaker on sexual health, equity, and inclusivity.

Kiana Cummings, LPC

Kiana Cummings is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in sex therapy, kink/BDSM, LGBTQIA+ issues, and trauma. With a foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other integrative approaches, Kiana provides compassionate, evidence-based care to clients navigating life transitions, perinatal concerns, and acculturation stress. She is also active in research and advocacy for non-monogamy and BDSM communities.

Brian Gibney

Brian Gibney is a surrogate partner, intimacy coach, and educator based in Charlottesville, Virginia. Brian uses his expertise in touch, authenticity, and vulnerability to help clients overcome physical and emotional intimacy obstacles. His practice focuses on creating a safe, non-judgmental space for female, non-binary, and trans clients across the East Coast.

O. Star B.

Star is a sex-positive advocate and contributor with expertise in boundary-setting and consent. Drawing from her experience as a child of adult performers, she provides unique insights into parenting, stigma, and navigating healthcare systems. Star’s work amplifies the voices of those with lived experiences in the adult entertainment industry.

Duchess Cashmere

Duchess Cashmere is a sex worker-adjacent creative who amplifies the voices of your favorite stars. As a storyteller, poet, author, and copywriter, she crafts MILF monologues, fornication fairytales, and erotic poetry. Known for her captivating performances, Duchess brings a unique perspective to the world of adult entertainment and storytelling.

Domme Katarina

Domme Katarina, also known as "The Domme Kat," is a ProDomme, fetish wrestler, and co-founder of SW Survival Guide, a non-profit offering free educational resources to sex workers and allies. Known for her sensual domination style and dynamic teaching, she’s passionate about education, advocacy, and creating inclusive spaces. Katarina also hosts Surrender, a quarterly fetish wrestling event, and brings her expertise to workshops on BDSM, consent, and community support.

Ria Chattergoon

Ria Chattergoon is a litigator with extensive experience in employment law.  She has successfully litigated cases alleging wrongful terminations, discrimination, retaliation, harassment, wage and hour, and violations of non-compete agreements on behalf of both employers and employees.  Her experience includes representing clients in a variety of forums, including State and Federal Courts, the State and Federal Departments of Labor, State and Local Human Rights Commissions, and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.   Ms. Chattergoon regularly assists executive leaders negotiate compensation packages and serves as a third-party neutral investigator for discrimination and sexual harassment claims.

 
Born in Trinidad and Tobago and raised in Miami, Ms. Chattergoon earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the Florida State University in 2000, and her Juris Doctor, with honors, from St. Thomas University School of Law in 2005.  In law school, Ms. Chattergoon served as the Senior Articles Editor for the St. Thomas University Law Review, Member and Coach of the Jessup International Moot Court Team, a Senator of the Student Bar Association, Vice-President of the Black Law Student’s Association and a member of the Caribbean Student’s Bar Association.  During law school, Ms. Chattergoon clerked for the Honorable Paul C. Huck of the Southern District of Florida.  


Ms. Chattergoon is a member of the Florida Bar, as well as several voluntary bar associations including the Dade County Bar Association, Caribbean Bar Association, Wilkie D. Ferguson Bar Association, Gwen S. Cherry Black Women’s Association, National Association for Women Lawyers, Society for Human Resources Management, Human Resources Chapter of Broward County, and the Corporate Counsel Women of Color.  Ms. Chattergoon also serves as a guardian ad litem attorney for Lawyers for Children of America. Ms. Chattergoon is admitted to practice in all Florida Courts; the U.S. District Court for the Northern District; the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida; and, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida.

  • Enroll in SHA’s Sexuality Educator/Counselor Certification Program to earn AASECT hours and all necessary CEs in one program. Apply HERE to become SHA Certified and advance your sexuality education.

  • Email shacertifications@gmail.com with your student ID and current or next term’s course schedule to receive your student rate.

  • In collaboration with the BIPOC Collective, SHA donates two full weekend scholarship spots to every conference for BIPOC-identifying individuals. Apply here.

    *The BIPOC Collective's mission is to support the diverse community of BIPOC adult performers and sex-workers within the adult industry through mutual aid and advocacy with dignity and respect.

Excellent! I thought this was one of the most useful and informative workshops I have attended in a long time. Outstanding speakers who were well-knowledgeable in their areas of expertise. Also, each talk was engaging and I found all the material applicable to my business in several ways. A+ Thank you, SHA staff!
— 2023 SHA Weekend Attendee

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