The principles of “sexual justice" are rooted in the fundamental human right to sexual health that is free from discrimination, fear, shame or stigma.
At FNHA, we are committed to upholding sexual autonomy and honouring First Nations cultural perspectives and teachings on sexuality and sexual health. On World Sexual Health Day, held Sept. 4 each year, we encourage you to explore how knowledge is a powerful aspect in preserving your sexual health.
In partnership with the BC Centre for Disease Control, the BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres, and Métis Nation BC, we've created sexual health resources rooted in Indigenous perspectives and traditions. These resources, which feature fictional characters in culturally grounded, comic book-style formats, are a visual way of conveying sexual health information that is more in keeping with Indigenous traditions of visual storytelling.
On World Sexual Health Day, we encourage you to share accurate, inclusive sexual health information—such as the ones linked below:
Part One: What is Chlamydia?
Part Two: How does Syphilis spread?
Part Three: How to protect your baby from Syphilis
Together, we can break down stigma and support safe, informed and culturally respectful sexual health care for all.
How to participate during World Sexual Health Day
You can also register for a virtual World Sexual Health Day event with the Women's Health Research Institute. Featuring special guests from Options for Sexual Health and the Sexual Health and Genito-Pelvic pain Knowledge Empowerment (SHAPE) Hub, the webinar will showcase rapid-fire presentations on sexual and reproductive health research led by trainees.
For more information about FNHA's STBBI and sexual health programs, visit this link:
https://www.fnha.ca/what-we-do/communicable-disease-population-and-public-health/blood-borne-disease-and-sexually-transmitted-infections-hiv-aids
