Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are in conversations about mental health and wellbeing, from individuals talking about their own development to professionals talking about the impact of their work. There are three general categories of ACEs are: abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction. The original study on ACEs is from 1997 and […]
Y’all, we’ve had a crazy busy start to the year. If there’s one thing you can count on, if we’re giving you radio silence, it’s because we’re finishing up something baller! So let’s talk about what’s in store for you, UN|HUSHED, and the rest of 2022! We have finally finished, […]
Here at UN|HUSHED our mission is Breaking the silence surrounding human sexuality. We strive to achieve this mission by creating, facilitating, and training on curricula for people of all ages (from infancy through older adulthood), academic levels, and professional backgrounds. We are a tiny 501(C)(3) nonprofit based in Austin, TX, […]
We stand with trans youth and their families in Texas. Texas politicians are using trans youth and their families as pawns, causing havoc and pain among some of Texas’ most vulnerable youth. Access to gender affirming healthcare is life saving and medically necessary for many and is affirmed by top […]
There are 15 different holidays in December (that we know of, probably more). We’re going to be enjoying food, family, and really cheesy holiday movies. We’re especially excited by the new trend of LGBT+ inclusive movies for the season. Getting fully into the spirit, this year we’ve curated a few […]
Looking for the perfect gift for your precocious preschooler or your curious and keen teen? Unhushed has you covered! Check out our book recommendations that are sure to spread some sexuality positive holiday cheer. For the tiny to mid-sized humans (Ages 2-8): Julián at the Wedding written and illustrated by […]
Winter is upon those of us in the northern hemisphere! The holidays associated with December are often connected with the global north’s weather and climate perspective. I have been reading up on the many histories of how and why the December’s holidays are celebrated. Overwhelmingly they focus on light and […]
October News October is our favorite month of the year for so many reasons. The early mornings and late evenings are cool again here in TX and we’re excited to welcome back hoodie weather. We get to catch up with friends at colleagues who teach our curricula and see how […]
Welcome to the first day of September! We have some exciting stuff happening in the world of UN|HUSHED. Our new web series starts tomorrow and we’d love for you to join us! We’re also really excited to welcome our newest board member, Bhupendra Sheoran. Scroll down for more details… FACILITATORS: […]
UN|HUSHED stands with the many organizations and individuals who strongly condemn Senate Bill 8 that goes into effect in Texas today, effectively criminalizing people who seek abortions and anyone who assists in abortion care. We believe human sexuality is integrated into all facets of a person’s life, including the choice […]
