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Full-Day Workshop

Comprehensive SafER Sex Training

⏱️ 7 Hours (Full Day)

Fearless, Aware, and Protected

Complete Curriculum | All 13 Chapters

by Christopher Zacharie

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Welcome to the Full-Day Experience

Today You Will:

Master all 13 chapters of the ebook
Build practical skills through extended activities
Create your complete MATCH plan
Connect with community and build support networks
Leave with confidence and actionable strategies

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7-Hour Agenda

⏱️ 9:00-9:15 - Welcome & Ground Rules

⏱️ 9:15-10:00 - Part I: Mindset of Protection (Ch 1-2)

⏱️ 10:00-11:30 - Part II: Sexual Barriers (Ch 3-5)

⏱️ 11:30-11:45 - BREAK

⏱️ 11:45-1:15 - Part III: Medical Shields (Ch 6-9)

⏱️ 1:15-2:15 - LUNCH BREAK

⏱️ 2:15-3:30 - Part IV: Real Talk (Ch 10-11)

⏱️ 3:30-3:45 - BREAK

⏱️ 3:45-4:45 - Part V: Your MATCH Plan (Ch 12)

⏱️ 4:45-5:00 - Closing & Certificates

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PART I

Mindset of Protection

Chapters 1-2 | 45 minutes

9:15 AM - 10:00 AM

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Chapter 1: Own Your Health 25 min

"Respect yourself first — every other prevention tool is just backup."

Foundation Principles:

SafER sex begins with self-care and self-love
Prevention is a practice, not perfection
Combination prevention - layers of protection
Choose freedom over fear

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⚡ Activity: Self-Care Inventory

Personal Reflection (10 minutes)

Journal or discuss with partner:

How do I currently show myself care?
What fears do I have about sex and protection?
What would "owning my health" look like for me?
What's one self-care practice I'll commit to?

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Chapter 2: Communication 20 min

"Silence is risk. Conversation is protection."

Breaking Through the Three Fears:

😟 Fear of rejection - "What if they say no?"
😔 Fear of judgment - "What will they think of me?"
😬 Fear of killing the mood - "Sex should be spontaneous!"

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⚡ Activity: Script Practice

Partner Role-Play (15 minutes)

Scenario 1: Starting the status conversation
Scenario 2: Partner says "We don't need condoms"
Scenario 3: Discussing testing history

Switch roles. Practice saying it OUT LOUD.

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PART II

Sexual Barriers

Chapters 3-5 | 90 minutes

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Chapter 3: Condoms 35 min

The Frontline Tool:

External Condoms:

98% effective (perfect use)
Check expiration date
Pinch tip, roll down
Withdraw while still erect

Internal Condoms:

95% effective
Insert up to 8 hours before
More control for receptive partner
Can use with external condom

⚠️ Warning: Lambskin condoms prevent pregnancy but NOT STIs/HIV!

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⚡ Activity: Condom Demonstration

Hands-On Practice (20 minutes)

Stations:

Station 1: External condom on model
Station 2: Internal condom demonstration
Station 3: Common mistakes to avoid
Station 4: Making condoms sexy (flavored, textured, etc.)

Rotate through all stations. Practice until confident!

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Chapter 4: Oral Barriers 25 min

Beyond the Condom:

Dental dams - Thin latex/polyurethane square for oral sex
Gloves - For manual play, prevent cuts/scratches
Finger cots - Individual finger protection
DIY - Cut condom lengthwise or use plastic wrap

💡 Pro Tip: Add lube to receiving side for more sensation!

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Chapter 5: Lube & Toys 30 min

Three Types of Lube:

🌊 Water-Based: Universal, easy cleanup, reapply often

💧 Silicone-Based: Long-lasting, water play, NOT with silicone toys

🛢️ Oil-Based: Massage, external only, NEVER with latex

Toy Safety Checklist:

Clean before & after (soap + water or toy cleaner)
Use condom on toys for penetration
Non-porous materials: Silicone, glass, metal

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☕ Morning Break

15 Minutes

11:30 - 11:45 AM

Stretch • Hydrate • Restrooms

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PART III

Medical Shields

Chapters 6-9 | 90 minutes

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

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Chapter 6: PrEP 30 min

Prevention in a Pill:

Daily medication that >99% prevents HIV from sex
Builds a protective shield in your body
Requires doctor consultation, HIV test, kidney function check
Who should consider: HIV-negative people at high risk

"Take it every day. Same time. Build the habit."

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PrEP: What You Need to Know

How to Get Started:

Talk to your doctor or visit a sexual health clinic
HIV test required (must be negative)
Kidney function test
Follow-up every 3 months (HIV test, STI screening)

Cost & Access:

Most insurance covers PrEP
Patient assistance programs available
Generic versions now available (lower cost)

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Chapter 7: PEP 25 min

The 72-Hour Emergency Window:

Post-Exposure Prophylaxis - Emergency HIV prevention
Must start within 72 hours (sooner = better)
28-day course of antiretroviral drugs
When to use: Condom broke, assault, shared needle, HIV+ partner

🚨 Emergency: Go to ER or urgent care. Don't wait. Time matters.

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Chapter 8: Doxy-PEP 15 min

Newest Tool in the Toolkit:

Doxycycline Post-Exposure Prophylaxis
Single dose (200mg) within 72 hours after condomless sex
>70% reduction for syphilis & chlamydia
NOT effective for gonorrhea

"Part of combination prevention. Use WITH condoms, PrEP, testing."

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Chapter 9: ART & U=U 20 min

"Undetectable = Untransmittable"

Revolutionary Science:

HIV+ people on ART (Antiretroviral Therapy) can reach undetectable viral load
Undetectable = ZERO risk of sexual HIV transmission
Treatment as Prevention (TasP)
Ends stigma, supports intimacy, transforms lives

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🍽️ Lunch Break

60 Minutes

1:15 PM - 2:15 PM

Take time to:

✓ Eat & recharge
✓ Connect with participants
✓ Reflect on morning content
✓ Prepare questions for afternoon

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PART IV

Real Talk

Chapters 10-11 | 75 minutes

2:15 PM - 3:30 PM

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Chapter 10: Kinks & Fetishes 40 min

Exploring With Boundaries:

Kink - Sexual interest outside mainstream norms
Fetish - Specific object/act central to arousal
No shame, no judgment - normalize diverse desires

FRIES Consent Model:

Freely given
Reversible
Informed
Enthusiastic
Specific

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SafER Kink Strategies

Activity-Specific Guidance:

Anal Sex: Condoms, PrEP/PEP, U=U, lots of lube

Fisting: Hygiene, short nails, gloves, TONS of lube, communication

Watersports: Informed consent, avoid open cuts/sores

Blood Play: HIGH RISK - sterile single-use gear only

Always: Communication, hygiene, aftercare, respect boundaries

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⚡ Activity: SafER Kink Scenarios

Small Group Discussion (20 minutes)

Each group gets a scenario card:

What are the risks?
What safER strategies would you use?
How would you communicate about it?
What's your backup plan?

Groups present back to full room.

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Chapter 11: Harm Reduction 35 min

"Meet people where they are. Good enough beats perfection."

Core Philosophy:

Pragmatism over abstinence-only messaging
Reduce immediate harm - not all-or-nothing
Self-compassion when mistakes happen
Focus on what's actually possible, not ideal

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Harm Reduction in Action

Drugs & Alcohol:

Set limits before partying
Buddy system
Keep condoms accessible
PEP if mistake happens

Injection Drug Use:

Sterile, single-use needles
Never share works
Naloxone (Narcan) on hand
Syringe exchange programs

Remember: Shame helps no one. Practical support saves lives.

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☕ Afternoon Break

15 Minutes

3:30 - 3:45 PM

Final section coming up!

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PART V

Your Perfect MATCH

Chapter 12 | 60 minutes

3:45 PM - 4:45 PM

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The MATCH Framework

M Medications
(PrEP, PEP, ART, Doxy-PEP, vaccines)

A Awareness
(Status, risks, testing)

T Tools
(Condoms, dams, lube, barriers)

C Communication
(Conversations, boundaries)

H Habits
(Testing, routines, self-care)

"SafER sex isn't one-size-fits-all. Build YOUR perfect MATCH."

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4-Step Personal Planning

Step 1: Know Yourself
Sexual preferences, number/type of partners, comfort with protection

Step 2: Choose Your Pieces
Which M+A+T+C+H elements fit your life?

Step 3: Plan for "What Ifs"
Condom breaks? Partner refuses? Missed PrEP? Make contingency plans.

Step 4: Keep It Handy
Supplies stocked, scripts practiced, clinic numbers saved

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⚡ Activity: Complete MATCH Plan

Personal MATCH Worksheet (30 minutes)

Work independently or with facilitator support:

M: Which medications will I use or explore? When?
A: When's my next test? How will I track status?
T: What tools do I need to buy? Where will I store them?
C: What scripts will I practice? With whom will I talk?
H: What routines will I establish? How will I remember?

Create a complete, actionable plan you'll actually use.

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Accountability & Support

Share Your Commitments:

Find an accountability partner in the room
Exchange contact info
Share one specific commitment you'll follow through on
Check in with each other in 1 week

💪 Power of Community: You're not alone. Support makes change possible.

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Comprehensive Resources

National Hotlines (U.S.):

📞 CDC: 1-800-232-4636

📞 HIV/AIDS: 1-800-CDC-INFO

📞 Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ youth): 1-866-488-7386

Essential Websites:

🌐 cdc.gov/hiv - Testing, PrEP, prevention

🌐 prepstatus.org - Find PrEP providers near you

🌐 plannedparenthood.org - Sexual health services

🌐 poz.com - HIV+ community & resources

🌐 hiv.gov - Federal HIV/AIDS resources

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⚡ Group Commitment Circle

"What is ONE thing you commit to doing THIS WEEK?"

Instructions:

Stand in a circle. Each person shares their ONE commitment out loud to the group.

Examples:

"I'll schedule my STI test this week."
"I'll ask my doctor about PrEP."
"I'll have 'the talk' with my partner."
"I'll buy condoms and practice using them."

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🏆 Certificate of Completion

Congratulations!

You have completed the

HARNESS Full-Day Workshop

Fearless, Aware, and Protected

7 Hours | All 13 Chapters | Complete MATCH Plan

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"Plan now, so protection feels natural later."

Thank you for your courage, vulnerability, and commitment.

You are now equipped. You are empowered.

Final questions?

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You are Fearless.

You are Aware.

You are Protected.

Go forth and live safER.

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