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A · Critical sexology

Sexuality, gender and power

Power-reflexive perspectives on the relationship between sexuality and gender in everyday life, institutions and professional practice.

Objective

This training provides a research-based approach to “Sexuality, gender and power”, connecting theoretical foundations with reflection on professional practice. Sexuality as a socially mediated phenomenon: norms, power and emancipation through the lens of critical theory.

Target groups

  • Psychotherapy, psychology & counselling
  • Education & social work
  • Medical & psychosocial professionals
  • Associations, organisations & initiatives

Key content

  1. 01Power reflexivity
  2. 02Gender relations
  3. 03Violence and prevention

Learning objectives

Participants will be able to …

Knowledge

Name and historically situate key concepts and positions of critical sexology.

Reflection

Reflect on one's own normative assumptions about sexuality and gender in professional contexts.

Application

Apply power-sensitive perspectives to concrete questions in one's own field of work.

Methodological approach

Theoretical input, joint text work, case vignettes and structured small-group discussion.

Possible formats

Expert lecture

60–90 minutes

Optional discussion · Online or on site

Half-day workshop

3–4 hours

Interactive in-depth work · Practice and reflection elements

Full-day seminar

6–8 hours

Systematic professional qualification · Interactive methods

Custom qualification programme

Several sessions, custom scope

Thematically combinable modules · Tailored to your institution

Notes on delivery

These educational offers are not psychotherapy or medical treatment. Somatic exercises are always voluntary, consensual and never require touch or nudity. Durations are suggestions and are agreed individually.

Frequently asked questions

+Can the training be held in English?

Yes. All offers can be delivered in German or English.

+Can several topics be combined?

Yes. Modules can be combined thematically within a custom qualification programme.

+Is this therapy or self-experience?

No. The offers are academic educational formats, not psychotherapy or medical treatment.

+How is the offer prepared?

After your inquiry, content, scope and conditions are agreed; you then receive a tailored offer.

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