
ALT A recruitment poster from the University of Calgary seeking adults with disabilities in Canada who have tried online dating. The poster is in pink and yellow colors, with the university logo at the top right. The main heading reads: "We are seeking adults with disabilities in Canada who have tried online dating." It invites participants to share their experiences with dating apps and websites, focusing on both the positives and negatives of these platforms. Participation involves a one-hour interview via Zoom or phone call, with compensation for participants' time. Contact information is provided for Dr. Alan Martino and Brennah Kamelchuk, along with approval from the University of Calgary Conjoint Health Research Ethics Board (REB24-0891).

ALT CALL FOR BOOK CHAPTERS Dr. Alan Martino, Dr. Ann Fudge Schormans, Dr. B. Ethan Coston We are pleased to announce a Call for Book Chapters for an upcoming collected edition titled "Disabilities, Pleasures, and Sexualities: Transforming Perceptions, Cultivating Desires." Despite facing numerous obstacles to sexuality, sexual expression, and parenting, individuals with disabilities have consistently showcased resilience, agency, and creativity. This volume seeks to highlight and celebrate these qualities by inviting contributions that challenge stereotypes, reimagine expressions of sexuality, illuminate aspects of reproduction and parenting, and explore different forms of intimate relationships. We are especially keen on submissions that exemplify the concept of "desire-based research" (Tuck, 2009), which recognizes not only the challenges and despair but also the hope, visions, and wisdom emanating from lived experiences and communities. Our goal is to foster a rich dialogue around the t

ALT Session Title: (DIS1) Breaking Barriers: Disability and Sexuality on Center Stage Session Details Format: Paper Presentations Language: English Affiliation: Sociology of Disability Research Cluster Open to abstract submissions: In-person or virtual presentations Session Description: In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of the intersections between disability and sexuality, challenging stereotypes and norms that have long excluded and marginalized disabled people. This session seeks to bring disability and sexuality to the forefront, challenging conventional and restrictive notions of sexualities while creating a platform for more imaginative and affirmative dialogues. We are particularly interested in papers that "crip" sexualities, that is, challenge and redefine traditional notions of sexual expression, embracing diversity and inclusivity. Furthermore, we encourage papers that embrace an intersectional approach, acknowledging that disability and sexuality do not exist

ALT Background of White House lawn, with members of the press lined up behind a rope. Robin, a smiling Black woman with dark shoulder length hair, is wearing a vintage short sleeved floral and paisley dress, a silver edelweiss pendant antique necklace, and glasses with a slight tint. She is shaking the hand of President Biden. He is a smiling White man, with short white hair, wearing a lightweight medium shade blue suit jacket, light blue shirt, and patterned tie . Both are looking towards the camera.

ALT Background of White House lawn, people milling about. Robin, a smiling Black woman with dark shoulder length hair, is wearing a vintage short sleeved floral and paisley dress, a silver edelweiss pendant antique necklace, and glasses with a slight tint. She is grasping the handle of her walker , standing in front of VP Kamala a Harris and the head of her husband Doug(Robin is blocking Doug). The VP, a brown woman with shoulder length hair, is wearing a dark pantsuit with a chocolate shirt underneath, and dark glasses. Doug is a White Man with gray hair.




















