Feel the Vibe 2024

What to expect at Feel the Vibe

• Panel discussions: Featuring advocates and individuals with lived experience, the panel will highlight the importance of sexuality education for people with disability.
• Live-streamed presentations: Join virtually if you can’t attend in person.
• Interactive stalls and exhibitors: Explore educational resources and adult products from flirt adult store, ACON, the identity clinic, and more.
• Networking & fun: unwind at the unofficial after-party and enjoy entertainment, food, and drink while continuing conversations from the event.

Key speakers and Stallholders

Speakers

Angus Thompson

As a man with cerebral palsy, Angus has faced many barriers in life. Despite these challenges, he has built a career in the media with the ABC and SBS and co-wrote the successful series Latecomers. Yet, like many others with disability, he struggles with intimacy and connection. His talk will focus on how his relationship with a sex worker has provided him with the human connection he craves, offering insights into the importance of sexuality and relationships for people with disability.

Sam Stanford, Blue Sky Community Services

In Sam’s session on consent and boundaries, attendees will explore how to navigate relationships confidently and respectfully. Highlights include recognising and communicating personal boundaries, ensuring consent and building healthy connections.

Jules, Flirt Adult Store

Flirt Adult Store will showcase their range of inclusive adult toys and services, including the innovative EquallyFlirty service, which ensures that shopping experiences are accessible and enjoyable for everyone, regardless of disability.

Courtney Nolan

Courtney will explore the broader concept of pleasure as a vital part of wellbeing. Her interactive session, “The Power of Pleasure,” encourages attendees to reframe pleasure beyond the physical, focusing on how daily joys can enhance overall health and resilience.

Stallholders

Entertainment

Jacinta Vellatio

Jacinta Vellatio (Lewis) has been captivating audiences since their early teens, gracing stages across both musical theatre and cabaret, with a flair for drag performances. In February 2023, HIT Media launched its first Drag Bingo event in Coffs Harbour, which quickly became a crowd favourite. With multiple gigs every week, the popularity of these events continues to soar.

Kenya Swallow

In July 2024, Kenya Swallow (John) joined the team, adding an extra layer of banter and playful chaos to the shows. Our team provides drag performances and entertainment services from Kempsey to Grafton, performing at a variety of venues and hosting private events, including work parties and team-building functions.

Can’t join in person?

No problem! This year’s event will be live-streamed so you can participate from the comfort of your own home. More details about how to join virtually will be provided to those who register closer to the date.