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Media Release: SHINE SA Celebrates and Affirms Trans and Gender Diverse People

30 Mar 2023

SHINE SA celebrates and affirms trans and gender diverse communities. Trans and gender diverse people deserve to thrive and have the right to access healthcare with respect and without discrimination. SHINE SA’s CEO Holley

SHINE SA Introduces a Free Webinar Series for Parents and Carers on Relationships and Sexual Health Education

1 Mar 2023

SHINE SA is excited to announce a series of relationships and sexual health webinars tailored to South Australian parents and carers. SHINE SA recognises the importance of family and carers as a valuable source of

What is HPV and what are the cervical screening options?

24 Jan 2023

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is something many of us have a vague understanding of but there’s often some confusion around the different types, how it’s passed on and HPV’s connection to cervical cancer. We’re here to

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

24 Nov 2022

The 25th of November marks International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. The theme for 2022 is UNiTE! Activism to end

South Australian Students’ Views on Relationships and Sexual Health Education

20 Oct 2022

[These lessons are useful] so we are aware of what might happen, what we can do if something does happen and to give us information about everything so we are ready for the future. –

Swinging FAQs

5 Oct 2022

If you’ve heard of swinging you probably have some questions like why, who, where, and what? The best way to learn more is to go to straight to the experts, that is, swingers. We spoke

Mpox Virus Vaccine

11 Aug 2022

Updated: 18 June 2024 Mpox vaccine appointments are available in SA. Mpox vaccine appointments are available in SA for: People who have been exposed to mpox (are a close contact). Vaccination is also available

Better in Bed: SHINE SA Launches the 2022 Sexual Health Week Theme!

4 Aug 2022

Sexual Health Week (12-18 September) is the perfect excuse to talk about sexual health and relationship wellbeing. SHINE SA’s theme ‘Better in Bed’ focuses on the principles of safety, pleasure, and respect and being better

How to Be Safe During Anal Sex

6 Jul 2022

So, you’re curious about anal sex? You’ve probably heard lots of myths and have a vague feeling there’s something poo-related you should know about. Well, just like other sexual activities it’s always a good idea

Where Does Abortion Stand in South Australia?

29 Jun 2022

As of 7 July 2022, barriers to accessing abortion in South Australia will be reduced. This comes after years of advocacy for a new law that decriminalises abortion care. It is estimated that in Australia

Why SHINE SA Supports International Sex Workers Day and the Decriminalisation of Sex Work

2 Jun 2022

This International Sex Workers Day on 2 June we take the opportunity to reflect on the importance of decriminalisation of sex work[1] in South Australia. Sex work is criminalised in South Australia which means that

Gender and Sexual Diversity 101

17 May 2022

What is gender diversity? Gender diversity is an umbrella term that is used to describe gender identities that demonstrate a diversity of expression beyond the binary ‘male’ or ‘female’, ‘man’ or ‘woman’. From birth, most

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