Class: Trauma Informed Negotiation
Category
Admission
- $5.00 - Gold Members
- $8.00 - Silver Members
- $10.00 - Members
- $15.00 - Non-Member Ticket
Location
Summary
Our presenters, queer power couple Dee and Alara, hope to help you more effectively communicate and guide you through the skills you need to negotiate some of life’s most exciting moments successfully.
Description
Trauma Informed Negotiation
How often do you find yourself unsure of how to ask for what you want? Whether negotiating a scene, discussing a new relationship, or navigating an ongoing dynamic, many situations in alternative lifestyles require complex conversations. When society doesn’t teach us how to clearly talk about our needs, we may find ourselves without the communication skills to healthfully discuss and enjoy the relationships we want most—until now!
This class will offer a framework for how to clearly negotiate, how to talk about what you want, and how to communicate what you do not want confidently. We will focus attention on additional considerations you can hold when negotiating with someone who has experienced trauma or who lives with mental health adventures. Perfect the art of starting meaningful conversations around consent and relationships while maintaining compassion for the person you’re negotiating with.
About the Educators
Our presenters, power couple Dee and Alara, hope to help you communicate more effectively and guide you through the skills you need to negotiate some of life’s most exciting moments.
Feel free to bring something to take notes and any questions you may have!
Important Deets!
📅 Date: April 10th
⏰ Time: 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
📍 Location: Wicked Eden, 2912 South High ST, Columbus Ohio 43207
Tickets must be purchased in advance, no ticket sales at the door.
WHAT WE’LL HAVE FOR YOU!
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Drinks! The bar will be open with a variety of sodas and mocktails to quench your thirst!
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Snacks! When the urge to snack hits you, we've got you covered! As always, our signature merch is always available!
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Comfy Spots! Places to sit and chill! Floor Pillows! Relaxing chairs. No shoes required (but you do you, boo)
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New friends! We're the coolest spot in the city and it's all because of the cool folks that call this place home.
DRESS CODE
When it comes to attire, we want to encourage comfort and expression at Wicked Eden. We want you to feel comfortable and in the mood to have an adventure! We want you to feel safe expressing yourself in whatever you desire. We encourage you to go outside your comfort zone with festive, outrageous, or fantastic clothing you never get to wear anywhere else.
VOLUNTEERS
We LOVE volunteers! Join our team of community volunteers, and you will find new friends, a support system, and a tight-knit center of empowerment. Once you have obtained membership as above, please check out the volunteering section of The Autonomy Project website.
By volunteering with us, you can make a meaningful impact on people's lives. Still, you will also get perks such as discounted or free access to our events and classes and, most importantly, collaborative input into what we do here. Your ideas are important to us, and as a volunteer, we want you to feel like you're part of our community: one that celebrates who you are and supports your journey.
HIGH POTENTIAL, NO PRESSURES
Our community thrives in a space where countless delightful interactions could happen, but none are obligated to occur. Think of it as "high possibility, low expectations." Outside of our general respect requirements, you are not obligated to interact with anyone in any particular way. This makes our space ideal for new faces and seasoned community members alike.
COMMUNITY GATHERING
Our events aren't the product of one person hosting a party for pay; they result from a community coming together and creating something new. Everyone who attends is expected to co-create with us! Whether that's with time, energy, enthusiasm, work, intention, example, concern, and/or awareness. Have ideas, games, art, or music to share? Want to bring them to life with us?
A FOUNDATION OF TRUST
Our gatherings are magical because of trust. We fiercely protect each member's privacy, encourage honest risk communication, and diligently care for our shared environments. It's our collective respect and integrity that fortify this safe space.
CLEAR AND PRESENT CONSENT
Upholding consent goes beyond preventing harm; it's about affirming everyone's freedom to fully and joyfully agree to their interactions. It's through this affirmation that our spaces thrive with genuine, unreserved participation.
INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY
We're committed to inclusivity. Our community is a tapestry of individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and social backgrounds, including all gender identities and expressions. We encourage everyone to engage with empathy and curiosity, always asking rather than assuming someone's identity or preferences. Our space is and always will be wheelchair accessible, with multiple spaces for varying sensory needs.
Read more about Wicked Eden's Rules and Policies and check the FAQ too.
PLEASE NOTE: No refunds will be given on ticket purchases. The address is provided to confirmed ticket holders after purchase. Wicked Eden is located on the south side of Columbus, approximately 10 minutes from downtown, and is one block away from a COTA bus stop.
ABOUT US
Wicked Eden is operated by The Autonomy Project, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to education, community building, and empowerment for individuals within the alternative sexuality community, sex work industry, and the LGBTQIA+ community. Our mission is to create a safe and inclusive space where individuals can freely express their sexuality and gender identity without fear of discrimination, judgment, or violence.