Courtney's Expertise

  • Human Sexuality & Intersectional Research

    Black sexuality, sexual pleasure, and hypersexualization

    Adultification, colorism, and body autonomy

    Trauma-informed approaches to race and sexuality

    Sexual agency, pleasure, and mental health

    Minority stress theory and its impact on sexual health

    Critical sexuality studies and Black Feminist Thought

    Erotic capital, sexual fields, and the sociology of sex work

    Medical gendered racism and sexual health disparities

    Queer and feminist theories in sexuality research

  • Sexuality Counseling & Education

    SHA Certified Sexuality Counselor (CSC)

    Trauma-informed mental health interventions for sexual pleasure

    Pleasure-focused and liberation-based sexuality education

    Psychosocial and physiological aspects of sexuality

    Sexual health advocacy for 2SLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities

    Facilitating workshops on sexual wellness and agency

  • Media & Cultural Analysis

    Analysis of media representation of Black sexuality

    Deconstructing pop culture narratives in sexuality education

    Exploring adultification and hypersexualization in the media

    Film, television, and literature critiques on sexuality and race

  • Policy & Advocacy

    Advocacy for gender-affirming care and reproductive rights

    DEIB policy creation and implementation

    Legislative analysis of DEI-related bills and regulations

    Community-based organizing for racial and gender justice

    Coalition work on reproductive justice and health disparities

  • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging (DEIB)

    DEIB strategy development and implementation

    Health equity and reproductive justice advocacy

    Trauma-informed care in DEIB spaces

    Bias interruption and equity-centered leadership

    Cultural humility and anti-racist organizational practices

    Intersectionality in workplace policies and governance

    Accessibility and assistive technologies in DEIB work

  • Technology & Data Analysis

    Experience with AI-assisted accessibility tools

    Use of qualitative and quantitative research methods

    Data analysis with IBM SPSS and Nvivo

    Proficiency in online learning platforms and digital content creation