Courtney's Expertise
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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