This presentation challenges preconceptions surrounding people with disabilities, emphasizing their right to be part of conversations about sexuality. Acknowledging the lack of sexual health education for individuals with disabilities, the speaker highlights the importance of information accessibility. Addressing issues such as abuse prevention, consent, and the impact on vocational rehabilitation, the session provides practical ideas and resources for rehabilitation counselors. Emphasizing the role of rehabilitation counselors as approachable figures in discussing sexuality, the presentation encourages professionals to take relevant courses and gain knowledge to better assist their clients.

Learning Objectives:

• Reflect on your own education around sexual health to better understand how individuals with disabilities might experience sex education differently.
• Gain insights into the revolutionary idea that sex is not inherently bad, challenging preconceptions about the sexuality of people with disabilities.
• Acquire an understanding of societal norms and misconceptions about people with disabilities being perceived as childlike or asexual, and consider the importance of inclusive sexuality education for all.