Sex is fun. Sex is spicy. Sex is intimate. Sex is respectful. But most importantly, everyone does sex in their own way.
You deserve to be empowered. Embrace your relationships and intimacy with yourself and others. UNSW's annual sexual health festival, presented by the Health Promotions Unit, is back for 2023, and it's time we talk about the kind of sex life you deserve.
Join us from 18 to 29 September 2023 for a festival of celebrating, questioning and exploring every aspect of sex, intimacy and relationships. Register now!
Here at UNSW we believe that these elements are foundational in all aspects of intimacy and relationships not only with others but also with ourselves.
Getting a sexual health check at least once a year should be a routine part of your healthcare.
Drop into our outreach testing at the Quad on Wednesday 20 and Thursday 28 September or book an appointment with UNSW Health Service.
How to make use of your OSHC
MON 18 SEP | 12:00PM - 01:00PM
Join Medibank's exclusive event and unlock the secrets to maximising your Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) benefits while studying in Australia. Get the chance to ask all your questions directly to Medibank reps!
Sweat with Pride @ UNSW FAC
TUE 19 SEP | 09:00AM - 10:00AM
THU 21 SEP | 09:00AM - 10:00AM
Break a sweat at our exclusive high-energy classes for the queer community! Embrace a healthier, happier you in a safe space at UNSW's Fitness and Aquatic Centre.
SEXtember Hump Day @ The Quad
WED 20 SEP | 10:00AM - 04:00PM
PlaySafe this SEXtember and join us for Hump Day! We've got a tonne of games, prizes, and we'll be serving delicious snacks to keep you in the mood. There will also be FREE sexual health tests for everyone.
"How do you like it?" - Clay Connections Workshop
WED 20 SEP | 05:00PM - 06:30PM
WED 27 SEP | 1:30PM - 3:00PM
Consent is as simple as a cup of tea! Join us to mould your own teacup from clay, while sipping tea and discussing how to reshape conversations around intimacy and consent.
The Birds and The Bees with Family Planning
THU 21 SEP | 02:00PM - 04:30PM
Discover sexual health wisdom at our Family Planning Workshop Series. Explore contraception, relationships, and STI testing with experts from Family Planning Australia.
SEXtember Comedy Night @ The Regent Hotel
THU 21 SEP | 06:00PM - 08:00PM
Join us for a night of laughs and good vibes as comedian Brendan Hancock and stand-up talent from Sydney’s Comedy scene share their experiences with dating, relationships, sex and sexual health!
Beyond Binary: Celebrating Bi+ Visibility - Presented by Ally
FRI 22 SEP | 12:00PM - 01:00 PM
Listen to diverse personal stories and strategies for overcoming challenges in the community on Bi+ Visibility Day. Through Bi+ individuals and allies' voices, discover the significance of representation in our society.
Intercultural Conversations on Dating
TUE 26 SEP | 04:00PM - 05:30PM
Curious about dating in Australia? Want to know the do's and don't's from a panel who have learnt the hard way? Join us for free food, laughs and prizes for international students.
Naughty & Nice: Q&A with Georgia Grace the Sex Coach
TUE 26 SEP | 06:00PM - 07:00PM
Discover the best of both worlds with Georgia Grace the sex coach, where you can anonymously explore your burning questions about relationships, intimacy, and sexual wellbeing with a seasoned expert.
Get Tested 2023
THU 28 SEP | 10:00AM - 04:00PM
Get tested and informed! We're making sexual health quick, simple and FREE. STI testing is recommended at least once a year if you are sexually active - come by the Quad with your Medicare/OSHC and Student Card.
SEXtember Trivia Night @ The Regent Hotel
THU 28 SEP | 06:00PM - 08:00PM
Come down with your friends to the Rege and put your knowledge of sexual health and pop culture to the test by joining us for the SEXtember Trivia! Prizes are to be won!
Navigating Conversations about Sex and Consent with your Kids
THU 28 SEP | 12:00PM - 01:00PM
In this MHFA Network Lunch & Learn, Dr Melissa Kang, medical doctor, author and dolly doctor, explores how to engage your child in conversations around consent, sexuality and experimentation.
Online Sexual Health Modules - Have Your Say
MON 18 OCT | 12:00PM - 01:00PM
TUE 19 OCT | 12:00PM - 01:00PM
Join our online focus group to shape sexual health modules by UNSW students and the International Student Health Hub, tailoring them to international students like you.
MONDAY 25 SEP - WEDNESDAY 27 SEP
Challenge assumptions, forge connections, and reimagine intimacy at the 2023 Sex, Health, and Society Conference! Through discussions, presentations, and interactive sessions, we'll explore international perspectives on sexual health, inclusive research, desire, and more.
Monday 25 September
12:15pm - 2pm: Contemplating power, pleasure and (im)possibility
2:15pm - 4pm: Space, place, and relationality
Tuesday 26 September
10am - 11am (Keynote): Sextech - a critical introduction (Prof. Kath Albury, Swinburne University of Technology)
12:15pm - 2pm: Healthcare journeys
2:15pm - 4pm: Communities, collaborations, and capacities in health promotion
Wednesday 27 September
5pm - 6:45pm: Hope, violation and (in)justice
7pm - 8:30pm: Featured interactive workshop: Making research more inclusive of gender and sexuality diversity: HDR Please register for this featured workshop here.
This SEXtember we're bringing you more than just events but tonnes of resources too! Whether it's a playlist to get you in the mood, brushing up on your sex-ed or learning more about the world of kink, porn and all that spicy stuff, we've got you covered
SEXtember Spotify Playlists
Music helps you get into the right mind-set for whatever you're feeling. Get in the mood with these SEXtember themed playlists curated by Music Performance UNSW.
Sexual Health Learning Modules
NSW Health in partnership with International Students in NSW have developed a series of five short online learning modules on sexual and reproductive health topics.
Consent Wall @ UNSW Library
Discover the power of shared voices on the Consent Wall at UNSW Library! Stop by, add what consent truly means to you and read what others think about the word.
The Untold Stories of UNSW Students
Hear the Untold Stories of students and their experiences of resilience and growth. This is a storytelling project where UNSW students share their journey to recovery to inspire others going through similar experiences.
Georgia Grace - Sexual Wellbeing Series
Join Georgia Grace, certified sex coach in this short series where you'll get the sex ed you never received in school. This four-part series covers everything from healthy relationships, mental health and sex and desire.
UNSW Library Exhibition Care is a relationship
Explore UNSW Library's Exhibition, open from Sep 4 to Nov 17. Delve into diverse experiences: from nurturing mental health to safeguarding the environment amidst climate challenges.
Content Warning: Conversations about consent, relationships, sex and sexuality can sometimes be difficult but you don’t need to face it alone. Find the support you need with someone who is trained to help, through free and confidential support services and 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732.