Living Safer Sexual Lives

A training and resource pack for people with an intellectual disability and those who support them

This training pack is designed for use by facilitators planning workshops for families, people with intellectual disabilities and service providers. It is divided into three parts: Part 1. Introduction - background to the research on which the workshops are based; Part 2. The Training - Information on preparing for and running workshops; Part 3. Resources - Background materials, resource materials, stories, slides and resources list. Also included in the pack is a DVD where three actors with intellectual disabilities tell life stories.

People with intellectual disabilities often do not have access to education about sexuality and relationships that focuses on more than managing problems. The focus of these workshops is on attitudes, values, safety and rights.