“Let’s Talk About Sex” : The Impact of Sexual Violence on the Sex Lives of Survivors

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Busboys and Poets Welcomes the DC Victim Assistance Network and AHA Moment to the Langston Room for this panel discussion and showcase of local non-profits. Free and open to the public.  

Let's have a chat about the impact of sexual assault on the sex lives of survivors. 

Showcase of 18 local and national nonprofits supporting survivors

 Q & A with panel (submit anonymous questions): 

  • 1. Katie Shepherd, Sex & Relationship Therapist
    2. Samantha Goodwin, Sexual Assault Therapist, The DC Center for the LGBT Community
    3. Paul-Flemming Hermann, Sexologist and radio personality
    4. Laura Zam, Survivor, writer, performer (laurazam.com)
    5. Adam Swanson, Survivor, Senior Suicide Prevention Specialist
    • Speaker: Paul-Flemming Hermann: “Sex is Not Rocket Science”
    • Giveaway drawing prizes throughout the event!
    • Busboys & Poets’ fabulous cuisine available for order
  • No fee to enter, but please RSVP to Tali.elitzur@ahamomentdc.org
    We encourage you to arrive close to 6 pm since there will be a limited number of seats available, and no reservations.

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