HARNESS Workshops - Plan now, so protection feels natural later

HARNESS Workshops

Fearless, Aware, and Protected

Transform Your Community

HARNESS Workshops deliver evidence-based, sex-positive sexual health education that empowers participants to make informed decisions. Based on the comprehensive curriculum "Fearless, Aware, and Protected" by Christopher Zacharie.

Choose Your Workshop Format

Quick Start

90 Minutes

Perfect for introductory sessions, lunch-and-learns, and community events. Get the essentials of safER sex education in a concise, engaging format.

21 Slides
3 Activities
  • Mindset of Protection overview
  • Communication essentials
  • MATCH Framework introduction
  • Personal planning time
  • Resource connections
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Core Training

4 Hours

Comprehensive training covering all 5 Parts of the curriculum with hands-on activities and MATCH planning. Ideal for staff development and community health events.

29 Slides
12 Chapters
  • All 5 Parts covered in depth
  • Condom demonstration practice
  • PrEP, PEP, Doxy-PEP education
  • Harm reduction strategies
  • Complete MATCH plan creation
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Intensive

7 Hours

Complete deep-dive covering all 13 chapters with extended activities, personal planning, and certification. The ultimate transformative learning experience.

38 Slides
Certificate
  • All 13 chapters in complete depth
  • Multiple hands-on activities
  • Extended discussion periods
  • Personal MATCH plan with support
  • Accountability partner matching
  • Certificate of completion
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What You'll Learn

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Own Your Health

Build a foundation of self-care, self-love, and self-respect as the starting point for safER sex practices.

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Communication Skills

Master the art of status conversations, boundary setting, and consent with practical scripts you can use.

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Barrier Methods

Learn proper use of condoms, dental dams, gloves, and lube for comprehensive physical protection.

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Medical Prevention

Understand PrEP, PEP, Doxy-PEP, ART, U=U, and how biomedical tools transform HIV prevention.

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Risk Assessment

Develop awareness of transmission risks, testing schedules, and informed decision-making strategies.

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Harm Reduction

Apply pragmatic, compassionate approaches that meet people where they are without judgment.

The MATCH Framework

Your Personal SafER Sex Strategy

M
Medications
PrEP, PEP, ART, Doxy-PEP, vaccines
A
Awareness
Status, risks, testing schedules
T
Tools
Condoms, dams, lube, barriers
C
Communication
Open conversations, boundaries
H
Habits
Testing routines, self-care

"SafER sex isn't about one single choice — it's about finding the right combination that works for YOU."

Created by Christopher Zacharie

Evidence-Based, Sex-Positive Education

All HARNESS Workshops are based on the comprehensive curriculum from the ebook "Fearless, Aware, and Protected." Every concept, quote, and strategy comes directly from this evidence-based resource, ensuring consistency and scientific accuracy.

  • No fear tactics - Empowerment over anxiety
  • Shame-free language - Respect and dignity
  • LGBTQ+ inclusive - Everyone belongs
  • Harm reduction - Meet people where they are
  • Combination prevention - Layered protection

Workshop Resources

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Complete Educators Pack

Download ALL curriculum materials, facilitator guides, participant workbooks, presentations (PDF + PPTX), and training resources - FREE!

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Lesson Plans

Complete 60-90 minute lesson plans for all 13 chapters with activities and materials lists.

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Workshop Agendas

Detailed minute-by-minute agendas for 90-min, half-day, and full-day workshop formats.

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Presentations

Professional PowerPoint-style slides with HARNESS branding and keyboard navigation.

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Ready to Facilitate?

Everything you need to deliver transformative safER sex education is ready to use.

"Plan now, so protection feels natural later."