Rose

they/them

Ace in the Hole, No Romo

Living Ace, Aro, and Polyam

Saturday, August 22nd

2:30 pm

Room: Maroon Bells

Navigating polyamory can be complicated enough when your attraction fits society's expectations, Doing it under the umbrella of aromanticism or asexuality complicates things further.

Led by a polycule whose members each identify in different places along the ace and aro spectrums, this class balances research and definitions with lived experience and personal best practices. We'll unpack the differences between asexuality and aromanticism, discuss common ace/aro assumptions and experiences, explore how these experiences may or may not inform identity, distinguish "identity" from "experience," share our personal and partnered journeys, and offer considerations for navigating ethically non-monogamous relationships when you — or someone you love or are interested in — is aromantic and/or asexual.

Rose is a Denver-based BDSM educator with a professional background in Social Work and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Deeply rooted in intentionally built Community, Rose’s biggest passions are lifting marginalized voices and creating spaces where authenticity thrives and the power of consent can be truly examined and explored. Rose’s work centers both intentionality and experimentalism. Whether teaching, playing, or connecting, Rose is committed to modeling possibilities within alternative relationship communities.