SPFPP Herpes Stigma Expo Brooklyn, NY

Hey there! Join us at the SPFPP Herpes Stigma Expo in the heart of Brooklyn, NY. This in-person event is all about breaking the silence and smashing stereotypes around herpes. Connect with others, get the real facts, and share your story in a chill, supportive vibe. Whether you’re living with herpes or just curious, come hang out and be part of a community that uplifts and educates. Don’t miss out on this empowering experience!

Info: Courtney Brame will facilitate a support group for those who have herpes to share experiences and identify what they need from the expo. This portion is only for people with herpes.

Info: We'll show the exclusive documentary, "No Shame in This Game" which is about herpes stigma from the perspectives of people living with the virus. During this hour, we'll show the documentary and then have an open panel for Q&A with the creator.

Info: During this window, we'll be recording for a project to SHOW people how to talk about sex and sexual health with their partners. You're welcome to join in as an actor (no experience necessary), or to just watch. This is the lunch break hour (and a half) so feel free to group up and grab something from the area. We'll have recommendations for the area.

Info: Dealbreaker is a 60-minute autobiographical solo show about dating with herpes. Growing up, Lauren always believed adulthood would be filled with fun dating experiences, flings, and eventually, true love. But on her quest to live out that dream, she gets… herpes. In this sex positive show, Lauren blends vulnerable storytelling with comedy to share what it's like dating with herpes, handling disclosure, and the path to healing. It's a story of stigma, self-discovery, and hope. This show is for anyone who's ever feared they might die alone because of herpes or anything else. Directed by Francesca Sobrer. Creative consultation by Lisa Burton.

Info: We'll have a workshop facilitated by Courtney Brame where we'll get an overview on Stigma, what it is, and speak to ways we can negate it for ourselves, especially when it comes to dating and navigating the discussion around sex and sexual health. Participants will walk away much more empowered to discuss (not disclose) sexual health versus just your positive herpes status. Bring your dating experiences and ideas as well as an open mind as we'll craft our dating and discussion styles whether it be over text, phone call, snail mail, pigeon carrier, casually, at a play party, or even retroactively after the deed is done. We want everyone to come away from this workshop and this whole expo with an understanding that stigma shouldn't impact our behaviors especially with something as important as selecting a partner.

Event Venue

The House, 29 Locust Street, Brooklyn, United States

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