Sexual Health Awareness Week
February 10 - 14, 2025
Theme: Sex Positivity
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Join us for a celebration of sexual wellness, self-discovery, and owning your pleasure.
Throughout the week, you'll have the chance to dive into fun, interactive activities and events, meet your peers, and explore resources that challenge stigma and promote healthy, consensual choices. With a focus on communication, consent, and self-awareness, this week aims to help you make confident decisions, break down barriers, and embrace a sex-positive attitude that boosts your overall well-being. Whether you're here to learn or just have a great time, Sexual Health Awareness Week is the perfect opportunity to celebrate yourself, your choices, and your health in a way that’s fun, supportive, and judgment-free!
This event is in collaboration with:ÌýVenus Envy, DalOUT, Â鶹´«Ã½ Student Health and Wellness and the Sexual Education Resource Centre.Ìý
Events
When:ÌýMonday, February 10 from 12-3pmÌý
Where:ÌýRoom 302, Student Union Building
A free, confidential clinic that offers quick testing for chlamydia and gonorrhea, helping you take control of your sexual health in a sex-positive, judgment-free space. Whether it's your first time or part of your regular routine, come get tested, stay informed, and embrace a healthy, confident approach to your sexual well-being! No registration needed, just pop by!Ìý
When: Wednesday, February 12 from 11am - 3pm
Where: Main Lobby, Student Union Building
This vibrant, student-led gallery showcases art inspired by sex-positivity, with submissions from Â鶹´«Ã½ and King’s students in all mediums—painting, sculpture, poetry, and more. No registration needed, just pop by.
Interested in applying? Any student can apply to showcase their work by registering through the provided link, and attendees will have the chance to vote for their favourite pieces. The top 8 artists will each win $100 on their Dal Card.Ìý
Come out, support your peers, and celebrate the diverse expressions of sex-positivity!
When: Wednesday, February 12th from 7 - 9pm
Where: Grawood
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of fun, fierce competition, and fabulous prizes at Drag Bingo, hosted by DalOUT! This unmissable event will be led by two incredible drag performers, Elle Noir (@krisnoir) and Anna Monapia (@anna.monapia), who will bring their signature style and sass to the game. DalOUT is known for hosting amazing events like this, so expect a night full of laughter, sexy prizes, and a whole lot of energy! Don't miss out—check out Elle and Anna on Instagram to get a taste of the magic before you arrive!
When: Friday, February 14th from 10am - 3pmÌý
Where: Main Lobby, Student Union Building
Swing by the Sexual Health Fair hosted by Sex Education and Resource Centre (SERC)! This laid-back, fun event will feature games and activities focused on sexual health, sex-positivity, and connection. SERC is a confidential, non-judgmental space where students can get peer-support and information on sex and sexuality, with a focus on education, support, and access. Run by passionate staff, student staff and volunteers, the fair is the perfect place to learn, have fun, and chat with your peers in a relaxed, relatable environment!
When: Friday, February 14th from 7:30 - 9:30pm
Where: McCain Auditorium 1
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a spicy twist at Trivia Night, hosted by Venus Envy. This event is packed with fun, sexy, and thought-provoking trivia on all things sexual health, pleasure, and pop culture—perfect for a night out with your friends. Venus Envy, Halifax’s award-winning, sex-positive sex shop and bookstore, is a major community partner and brings its incredible, inclusive, and educational values to the table. Known for being a welcoming and shame-free space, Venus Envy champions feminist, queer, and anti-racist ideals, and they’re here to make sure your Valentine’s Day is both fun and informative.
Teams must register ASAP (link below) and only one team member needs to sign up per team—don’t miss the chance to win awesome prizes and dive into a night of inclusive, playful education!