When is the Securing Sexuality Conference?

The conference is scheduled for October 19th and 20th, 2023. There will be a pre-conference speakers dinner on the evening of the 18th and an optional social outing on the afternoon of the 21st.  

Where is the conference happening?

The Securing Sexuality Conference will be held in Detroit, Michigan at the ​Atheneum Suites in Greektown. 

Who can attend the Securing Sexuality Conference?

Anyone who is interested in the intersection of sexual and relational health, technology, and the internet, who registers and is willing to follow the event Code of Conduct is welcome to attend. 

Is there a Code of Conduct?

All attendees will be required to sign our Code of Conduct at the time of registration. This Code of Conduct will be strictly enforced during the conference. Please click here to read our Code of Conduct.

What is your Covid policy?

Our Covid policy is subject to changed based on emerging public health information. As of April 2022, our policy is to require proof of vaccination upon registration. Temperature checks will occur at the welcome table each morning. Masks will be available for anyone who would prefer to wear one. 

Can I register for a single event or talk?

  • Securing Sexuality offers one and two day registration options.
  • We are not able to honor requests for individual session passes. 
  • Walk-in tickets to the Thursday evening costume party will be made available on a first-come, first-served basis as space allows. 

What's included in my registration cost?

Full Event (2-Day) Passes: $300 before June 1, 2023, $350 after
  • Admission to both days of the conference
  • Boxed lunch on Thursday and Friday
  • Admission to the afternoon game show events
  • Admission to the Thursday night costume party

One Day Passes: $200 per day
  • Admission to one day of the conference
  • Boxed lunch on your day of attendance
  • Admission to the afternoon game show event on your day of attendance​

Saturday Outing Tickets: $100 dollars*
  • ​Professionally guided private tour of Detroit focusing on the city's art and culture
  • Tour of one of Metro Detroit's Premiere BDSM community spaces
  • Visit to a hidden Detroit speakeasy for farewell drinks (one drink ticket included)

* Only available to registered conference attendees

Do you offer CEU's?

YES! This program meets the requirements of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) and is approved for 16 CE credits. These CE credits may be applied toward AASECT certification and renewal of certification.

Information about APA and ASWB continuing education credits is forthcoming. 

Certificates of attendance will be available to technology professionals who request them. 

Will you accept walk-in registrations?

Due to space limitations, we cannot guarantee that walk-in registrations will be available. If space allows, a notice will be posted on the conference website and social media pages by October 17th, 2023. 

What if I have to cancel?

  • Cancellations made in writing at least 30 days before the conference start will receive a full refund minus $50 processing charge.
  • Cancellations made less than 30 days before the conference will be given the option to roll their registration over to the next years conference. 

Where can I stay while I'm in town?

The Atheneum Suites does have a discounted block of rooms available for our attendees. You can reserve your suite at the $179 conference rate by contacting them directly and using reservation code: SECURINGSEXUALITY. We understand that lodging can be a significant expense for some attendees and do not require conference attendees to stay at the event hotel if you would prefer to make alternative arrangements. 

How can I get to the conference?

Fly in to the Detroit-Wayne Metropolitan Airport. From there it's an easy ride to The Atheneum Suites in Greektown.


Can you meet my accessibility needs?

  • Our event venue will be ADA compliant.
  • The conference requests that all speakers utilize the automated closed captioning feature available within PowerPoint.
  • ASL interpretation provided upon request.
  • Allergy and dietary restrictions are honored to the best of our ability, with several boxed lunch options available. If you have specialized needs, please reach out to us to discuss. 
  • Service Animals are welcome. Please make other care arrangements for Emotional Support Animals. 

Is there a dress code?

Dress codes have often been used to gate-keep the attendance of folks who lack access to resources, who choose to present in expressive or culturally significant ways, or who challenge the idea of "professionalism" as a measure of worthiness. To that end, the Securing Sexuality team requests that attendees:
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  • Ensure that their wardrobe is opaque and covers any body part that would be covered by a two-piece bathing suit. 

  • Refrain from wearing clothing that contains derogatory or inflammatory language or graphics.

  • Take the opportunity to fully express the creative spirit of your personality and identity, in any manner you choose, within the bounds of the first two points. 

What if I cannot afford to attend?

A small number of scholarships to the conference are available.
​Please reach out to the organizers to discuss your need.