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Sexuality and Sib Support

The Sibling Leadership Network

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Could you just start off by telling us a little bit about yourself, your history working in the disability and sex education communities, and what makes you so passionate about your work?
2:29
So what barriers exist within the disability community and society at large to individuals with disabilities advocating for sex education?
5:24
Are there additional barriers that individuals with disabilities in the bipoc and or other intersectional identity communities face? And what advice or resources can you offer to help them navigate these barriers?
7:26
For sibs, sexuality can be a real cringe topic, what advice do you have for any siblings out there listening who want to help their sibs with disabilities advocate for their sex education?
11:49
Tell us a little bit about what healthy dating looks like for our sibs with disabilities, and what resources or advice can you offer to self advocates and their families around dating and Dave, dating services or apps?
18:03
Tell us a little bit about boundaries and boundary confusion.
23:21
What is the likelihood that my sibling could get an STD and how can I help protect them?
24:26
Lastly, in your opinion, how can we as siblings do a good job of supporting our sibs love life, while balancing our own lives?
The Sibling Leadership Network
Sexuality and Sib Support
Dec 04, 2023 Season 2 Episode 11
The Sibling Leadership Network

Certified Sexuality Educator, Terri Couwenhoven, discusses barriers for our siblings with disabilities getting sex education and gives us some great resources and advice to help us support our siblings who are seeking romance.

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"Listening and helping your sib feel heard are really important"  —Terri Couwenhoven

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