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Intimacy Unplugged: The Right to Love and Be Loved

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In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Maria, a full-time wheelchair user with Spina Bifida and a devoted mother of two. Maria passionately discusses her campaign advocating for the sexual rights of disabled individuals, shedding light on the critical need for awareness and education surrounding this often-overlooked topic.
Throughout the conversation, Maria highlights the numerous challenges that disabled people encounter in accessing appropriate healthcare and sexual health education. She emphasizes the importance of fostering spontaneity and intimacy in relationships, which are crucial for the overall well-being of individuals with disabilities.
As the discussion unfolds, Maria calls for the creation of more inclusive environments that support the sexual rights and well-being of disabled individuals. She also underscores the necessity of collaboration among advocates, healthcare providers, and educators to address the multifaceted issues related to sex and disability.

**Key Topics Discussed:**
- Maria's personal journey and experiences as a wheelchair user with Spina Bifida
- The importance of advocating for the sexual rights of disabled people
- Barriers to accessing healthcare and sexual health education
- The role of spontaneity and intimacy in relationships for disabled individuals
- The need for inclusive environments that promote sexual well-being
- Collaboration and advocacy efforts in the realm of sex and disability

**Guest Bio:**
Maria is a passionate advocate for the sexual rights of disabled individuals. As a full-time wheelchair user and a mother, she brings a unique perspective to the conversation about accessibility, intimacy, and the importance of sexual health education for all.

**Resources Mentioned:**

Instagram: @cynthia.j24

Book: Sex Meets Life by Anna Sansom

(https://sexmeetslife.com/)

(https://www.amazon.ca/Sex-Meets-Life-Anna-Sansom/dp/B0DL9BPKGS/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2JKW0VD9BV2DT&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.IVZLqPreoc5EFIgbIuCkuvuqg_NklhJJoxEXNB5vyl0JOR1ePDqO6Tgtf_rD58ajfcVZgJGGgVRiE3vA0knFZfcC32aexEP3HPoDpt8PRV9wyExXUS4wg7YECWvtef6-C7Xa9Yh_dh_RZOgBAMEN2P-KGVL3lpa1Je8_IoHWAfKjZJGbL2ehaWRaqm9Zkb_CO9QeRF8-S6UwU_-vDzKckbz9jmlt6NS3LVOk2owYLeg4LgLkreZnD_wwMe7wvsqoCHXIonvmzcGwtJmLWDWvkHjK7dbLCgCR9r5Xo_4KU38.q1npVUIeS64QyJUsKD8odlQNLeUgkUgWx5ccpzcyPyA&dib_tag=se&keywords=sex+meets+life+book&qid=1750269223&sprefix=sex+meets+life+book%2Caps%2C91&sr=8-1)

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- Use the hashtag #21stCenturyDisability to join the discussion online.

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In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Maria, a full-time wheelchair user with Spina Bifida and a devoted mother of two. Maria passionately discusses her campaign advocating for the sexual rights of disabled individuals, shedding light on the critical need for awareness and education surrounding this often-overlooked topic.
Throughout the conversation, Maria highlights the numerous challenges that disabled people encounter in accessing appropriate healthcare and sexual health education. She emphasizes the importance of fostering spontaneity and intimacy in relationships, which are crucial for the overall well-being of individuals with disabilities.
As the discussion unfolds, Maria calls for the creation of more inclusive environments that support the sexual rights and well-being of disabled individuals. She also underscores the necessity of collaboration among advocates, healthcare providers, and educators to address the multifaceted issues related to sex and disability.

**Key Topics Discussed:**
- Maria's personal journey and experiences as a wheelchair user with Spina Bifida
- The importance of advocating for the sexual rights of disabled people
- Barriers to accessing healthcare and sexual health education
- The role of spontaneity and intimacy in relationships for disabled individuals
- The need for inclusive environments that promote sexual well-being
- Collaboration and advocacy efforts in the realm of sex and disability

**Guest Bio:**
Maria is a passionate advocate for the sexual rights of disabled individuals. As a full-time wheelchair user and a mother, she brings a unique perspective to the conversation about accessibility, intimacy, and the importance of sexual health education for all.

**Resources Mentioned:**

Instagram: @cynthia.j24

Book: Sex Meets Life by Anna Sansom

(https://sexmeetslife.com/)

(https://www.amazon.ca/Sex-Meets-Life-Anna-Sansom/dp/B0DL9BPKGS/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2JKW0VD9BV2DT&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.IVZLqPreoc5EFIgbIuCkuvuqg_NklhJJoxEXNB5vyl0JOR1ePDqO6Tgtf_rD58ajfcVZgJGGgVRiE3vA0knFZfcC32aexEP3HPoDpt8PRV9wyExXUS4wg7YECWvtef6-C7Xa9Yh_dh_RZOgBAMEN2P-KGVL3lpa1Je8_IoHWAfKjZJGbL2ehaWRaqm9Zkb_CO9QeRF8-S6UwU_-vDzKckbz9jmlt6NS3LVOk2owYLeg4LgLkreZnD_wwMe7wvsqoCHXIonvmzcGwtJmLWDWvkHjK7dbLCgCR9r5Xo_4KU38.q1npVUIeS64QyJUsKD8odlQNLeUgkUgWx5ccpzcyPyA&dib_tag=se&keywords=sex+meets+life+book&qid=1750269223&sprefix=sex+meets+life+book%2Caps%2C91&sr=8-1)

- Connect with us on social media to share your thoughts about this episode.

- Use the hashtag #21stCenturyDisability to join the discussion online.

Subscribe to our newsletter for updates on upcoming episodes and events by clicking here: https://www.21stcenturydisability.com/contact!

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