POWER UP LIVE EVENTS
We offer a number of our Workshops Live throughout the year. We update this page regularly. Check back often & join our community to stay in the loop.
Body Smart: Private Body Parts ( #1)
Private body part names (anatomically correct dolls, drawing of self in bathing suit, song, etc.)
For kids ages 3+ with an adult
Quality Connections
Location:
Clay Tree Society
838 Old Victoria Rd.
Nanaimo
Date and Time:
Saturday, March 25, 2023
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm (PST)
Sexual Health Education and Socialization
for Adults with Diverse Abilities
Facilitators:
Kerri Isham (Certified Sexual Health Educator)
Chelsea Oaten (Certified Sexual Health Educator)
We are excited to announce that Power Up Education will be offering 6 socio-educational evenings for adults with diverse abilities in Central Vancouver Island. This opportunity will allow for adults aged 18 and older to learn more about their bodies, better understand consent, and how to navigate relationships in an interactive and supportive environment.
Each event will include a 45 minute sexual health lesson, followed by 45 minutes of socialization with planned activities, drinks and snacks.
Lesson topics include sexual health basics and common language, healthy vs unhealthy relationships, consent, and dating.
Session Dates: March 25/2023,
April 29/2023, May 27/2023, June 24/2023
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Puberty: Coming to a Body Near You (Lesson #1)
We all have a body. It's ok to learn about it, talk about it, and ask questions about it. In this workshop we will discuss private body part names, as well as when and where these scientific names should be used. We will also explore the physical, emotional, and social changes of puberty. Be prepared to laugh.
With fun, meaningful and hands-on activities, our children can learn to be open and confident with these sensitive topics. This workshop will be entertaining, engaging and informative.
Puberty: Coming to a Body Near You (Lesson #2: Hygiene)
Part of growing up is learning to keep your body healthy, clean and safe.
The puberty survival kit will be explored as well as different options to manage menstruation.
Talking About Safer Sex
Location:
TBA
Date and Time:
COMING SOON
A 7-Part Sexual Health Education Series for Teens and Adults
Learning about safer sex practices makes it more meaningful and comfortable for everyone.
In this workshop you will learn about:
1. Your Parts and how to look after them
2. Boundaries
3. Permissions
4. Precautions
5. STI/Testing
6. Resources
This workshop is for anyone who works with or raises kids ages 12-18.
Teens 12+ can attend accompanied by an adult.
Talking About Sexting
Location:
TBA
Date and Time:
COMING SOON
A 7-Part Sexual Health Education Series for (Pre) Teens and Adults
Sexting refers to the sending of sexual messages, photos or videos using a mobile device.
In this workshop, you will learn about...
1. Why would someone ask someone to send them a nude?
2. Why would someone send a nude?
3. What are the risks to sending nudes?
4. What are the legalities for taking, sharing or storing nudes?
5. How to reduce risk
This workshop is for anyone who works with or raises kids ages 12-18.
Teens 12+ can attend accompanied by an adult.
Talking About Pornography
Location:
TBA
Date and Time:
Coming Soon
A 7-Part Sexual Health Education Series for Teens and Adults.
It is not about if your child/children will view pornography, it is about when.
Schools and families must intentionally filter out inappropriate sexual images so that they are not viewed by children. Nearly 50% of children who see pornography by accident say they can't forget that first image. The largest group of viewers of internet pornography is children 12-17. Want to learn more about the long-term impacts of pornography viewing? Want to learn how to talk to your kids? Then this workshop is for you!
This workshop is for anyone who works with or raises kids ages 12-18.
Teens 12+ can attend accompanied by an adult.
Talking About Gender & Sexual Orientation
Location:
TBA
Date and Time:
Coming Soon
A 7-Part Sexual Health Education Series for Teens and Adults
Let's celebrate diversity!
In this workshop, you will learn about...
1. What gender is and is not.
2. Identity
3. Gender Expression
4. Biological Sex
5. Sexual Orientation
6. The Gender Unicorn
This workshop is for anyone who works with or raises kids ages 12-18.
Teens 12+ can attend accompanied by an adult.
NEW for 2023: Talking About Sex Trafficking
Location:
TBA
Date and Time:
Thursday, May 4, 2023
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm (PDT)
A 7-Part Sexual Health Education Series for Teens and Adults
Let's shine some light on a dark topic.
In this workshop, you will learn about:
1. The definition of sex trafficking
2. Who is trafficking who
3. Luring tactics used
4. Recruitment
5. Barriers to exiting
6. Resources
This workshop is for anyone who works with or raises kids ages 12-18.
Teens 12+ can attend accompanied by an adult.
Sexual Health Education for Youth with Support Needs (Grade 8+)
Location:
TBA
Date and Time:
COMING SOON
Calling all educators, parents of teens, social workers, teachers, grand-parents raising grand-children and ANYONE who works with or cares for youth.
In this workshop you will learn about:
1. What is Sexuality
2. Circles of Sexuality
3. Messaging towards youth with support needs
4. Why teach sexual health education to teens with support needs
5. Risk Factors
6. Teaching to chronological age, not cognitive age
7. What teens need to know and when
8. Modifying sexuality topics
9. Delivery methods
10. Resources
11. Trouble-shooting sexual behaviours
How to Talk to Children AND Youth About Pornography
Location:
TBA
Date and Time:
COMING SOON
It is not about if children and youth will view pornography, it is about when.
Schools and families must intentionally filter out inappropriate sexual images so that they are not viewed by children. Nearly 50% of children who see pornography by accident say they can't forget that first image. According to a 2018 study in NZ (Youth and Porn) 25% of kids under 12 have accessed pornography. The largest group of viewers of internet pornography is children 12-17. The biggest problem with our kids seeing pornography isn't that it's about sex, but that it's about unrealistic sex. Want to learn more about the long-term impacts of pornography viewing? Want to learn how to talk to children and youth? Then this workshop is for you!
This workshop is for anyone who works with or raises kids ages 6-18.
Creating a Culture of Child Safety
Location:
TBA
Date and Time:
COMING SOON
Calling all early childhood educators, parents of primary aged children, social workers, teachers, grand-parents raising grand-children and ANYONE who works with or cares for children.
Sexual Health Education for Children with Support Needs (K-7)
Location:
TBA
Date and Time:
COMING SOON
Calling all early childhood educators, parents of primary aged children, social workers, teachers, grand-parents raising grand-children and ANYONE who works with or cares for children.
6 Must-Have Conversations with Teens
Location:
TBA
Date and Time:
COMING SOON
More so than ever before, parents need to keep up-to-date with current issues in sexual health education. This 2 hour workshop will provide parents, caregivers, counsellors, child and youth care workers and other interested community members a peak into the challenges many youth face today. Specific topics include consent, sexual harassment, the legal and social implications of sexting, gender violence, sexual fluidity and the long-term impacts of pornography.
This workshop is also available to be purchased by individuals, schools, or school districts.
