Sex Party First Aid Guide Design
Project Overview
In collaboration with The MPOWER Programme, I spearheaded the design of Ireland’s first-ever Sex-Positive Sex Party First Aid Guide. This innovative resource was created to promote safety, consent, and well-being in sex-positive spaces, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a safe and pleasurable party experience. Renowned as one of Ireland's top resources for community health, the guide is a trailblazer in empowering individuals with vital knowledge about sex party safety.
Design Approach
I used custom-made illustrations to bring the guide to life, weaving a compelling narrative of inclusivity, celebration, and care. The visuals were thoughtfully designed to:
Showcase Diversity: Represent a wide spectrum of genders, body types, and ethnicities to ensure every reader felt seen and included.
Celebrate Sex Positivity: Use vibrant, approachable art that normalized and celebrated healthy sexual expression.
Balance Information and Engagement: Pair clear, practical advice with engaging visuals to make complex topics accessible.
Key Features
Custom Illustrations: Sex-positive visuals designed to resonate with Ireland's diverse communities.
Accessible Design: Easy-to-navigate layouts optimized for print and digital formats.
Practical Tips: Information on consent, harm reduction, substance safety, and emergency measures.
Community-Focused: Developed in consultation with community health experts and advocates.
Impact
This guide set a new standard for sex-positive resources in Ireland, combining design and advocacy to address real-world needs. By equipping individuals with knowledge and tools for safer experiences, it fostered trust, empowerment, and community well-being.
Why It Matters
The Sex Party First Aid Guide isn’t just a resource—it’s a celebration of diversity, pleasure, and safety in Ireland’s sex-positive spaces. Through thoughtful design, it bridges gaps in education and breaks down stigmas, creating a space where everyone can thrive.
Explore the guide below and see how design can elevate public health and community care.
Sex Party First Aid Guide Design Pitch
Project Overview
The Sex Party First Aid Guide was designed to be Ireland's first-ever sex-positive resource for ensuring safety and well-being in sex-positive spaces. Collaborating with The MPOWER Programme, I developed a pitch that combined bold creativity with a strong emphasis on inclusivity and accessibility.
This resource wasn’t just about providing information—it was about creating a safe, empowering, and visually engaging experience that resonated with diverse communities.
Design Elements
Illustration Style
Custom-made, sex-positive illustrations were the cornerstone of the design. The style was vibrant, inclusive, and approachable, featuring:A wide range of genders, body types, and ethnicities.
Playful yet respectful visual narratives to normalize healthy sexual expression.
Dynamic compositions that added energy and engagement to the guide.
Typography
Headings: Bold, sans-serif fonts for clarity and modern appeal.
Body Text: Clean, easy-to-read serif fonts for accessibility and professionalism.
Hierarchical structure to guide readers through essential information effortlessly.
Color Palette
Vibrant and bold tones like magenta, teal, and mustard to create a celebratory and engaging feel.
Neutral accents for balance and readability.
Colors were carefully chosen to evoke positivity and inclusivity, while adhering to ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliance standards for accessibility.
ADA Compliance
High contrast between text and background to ensure readability for individuals with visual impairments.
Scalable typography and layout for screen readers and digital devices.
Clear, concise language paired with visual aids to accommodate diverse learning preferences.
The Pitch
The design pitch focused on the guide’s dual purpose: being both a practical tool and a statement of celebration for Ireland's sex-positive communities. By incorporating thoughtful design choices and prioritizing accessibility, the guide aimed to become a trusted, indispensable resource.
Impact
The final product was not only visually striking but also fully accessible, ensuring that the guide could be a safe and effective resource for all individuals.
Explore the pitch and designs below to see how creativity, inclusivity, and functionality come together to make a meaningful impact.
Social media campaign
The unveiling of the Sex Party First Aid Guide coincided with the challenging COVID-19 lockdown period. Despite the limitations of the lockdown, we purposefully leveraged social media to reach our audience.
The global pandemic has thrust us into a crisis impacting mental health and sexual well-being worldwide. The accurate distribution of information about the virus is crucial in dispelling fear and uncertainty, which can contribute to heightened stress and mental health issues. Social media and other digital platforms played a pivotal role during this period by providing easy access to essential information. We recognized the significance of utilizing these platforms to address the broader context of health and well-being during these trying times.