Using the Circles of Sexuality in Social Work Practice

Sexuality is much more than sexual feelings or sexual intercourse; it encompasses nearly every aspect of our being from attitudes and values to feelings and experiences. Sexuality is influenced by the individual, family, culture, religion/spirituality, laws, professions, institutions, science and politics. This presentation will walk through the circles of sexuality and provide social workers with ideas for how to implement this framework into their practice.

Ondine Quinn, MSW, CSW, Sexuality Educator.
Ondine Quinn earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and International Studies from Ohio State University, a Masters of Social Work degree from the University of Kentucky and graduated from the University of Michigan’s Sexual Health Certificate Program through their college of Social Work. Ondine has over a decade of experience working within HIV/AIDS services, LGBTQ education and advocacy, reproductive health and rights, and community organizing.