MENTAL HEALTH

Disability and Sexuality Lab Presents: Online Dating

This free educational series brings to the forefront the unique experiences and challenges faced by people with disabilities when it comes to online dating.

Guest Speakers: Dr. Alan Martino and Naomi Eastman

• Hear Firsthand Accounts: Listen to real-life experiences shared by people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
• Understand Accessibility Barriers: Learn about the specific hurdles that individuals with disabilities face when accessing digital dating platforms.
• Equip Yourself with Knowledge: Gain practical advice and discover resources that can facilitate safe and fulfilling online dating experiences for people with disabilities.

Dr. Alan Martino
Assistant Professor in the Community Rehabilitation and Disability Studies program in the Department of Community Health Sciences at the University of Calgary.

Naomi Eastman
Graduate of the Bachelors of Community Rehabilitation and Disability Studies program at the University of Calgary.