Tristan Taormino Joins Next EDSE Sex Educator Certification Course

LOS ANGELES — Anne Hodder-Shipp's Everyone Deserves Sex Ed (EDSE) will have filmmaker, sex educator, writer and radio host Tristan Taormino teaching its 25-hour sex educator certification program this April.

From April 18-19 and 25-26 in Los Angeles, Taormino will "discuss the intersection of pornography and sexuality, giving attendees an important understanding of porn literacy and how to discuss adult entertainment with clients in an informed and nonjudgmental manner," according to a rep.

"I jump at almost every opportunity to teach the public about stigmatized sexuality topics and I look forward to bringing my experience and knowledge in adult entertainment to EDSE’s next certification," Taormino said. "I’ve known and worked with Anne for years and always appreciate her passion for normalizing subject matter that’s often left out of traditional training programs."

Taormino is a pioneer of education-centric adult content. She helmed the "Expert Guides" series for Vivid-Ed, the educational arm of Vivid Pictures, as well as their "Chemistry" series.

She's also written eight books about women and sexuality and has lectured at colleges and universities across the country.

"I consider Tristan a dear friend and a trusted colleague, and I can’t think of anyone better suited to discuss porn to EDSE attendees," said EDSE founder Hodder-Shipp. "Tristan is known for her high-energy and candid discussions, whether at lecture halls, workshops, or live on the radio, and her knowledge base is enviable."

To apply for certification, click here. For more information, follow Taormino on Twitter or contact Hodder-Shipp at anne@everyonedeservessexed.com.

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