Presenter Bio

ID: A white queer-identified person, wearing a green jumpsuit, is looking directly at the camera, smiling. Bee has curly hair and is wearing a red pair of glasses.

Bee Gehman (they/them) holds an M.Ed., and is a Certified Sexuality Educator (CSE) and Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI). As the Founder and owner of jooux, the Deaf Sexual Wellness Center, Bee brings over a decade of expertise in delivering compassionate, informed sexual health and education services. Their dedication extends to offering specialized training for educators and interpreters, ensuring a holistic approach to sexual well-being.

With personal experiences shaping their journey, Bee pursued a Master's in Human Sexuality Education, driven by the need to overcome barriers to sexual education and healthcare. Bee's ethos centers on active listening, responsive engagement, and collaborative efforts within communities. Their ultimate goal is to bridge the gaps in healthcare for the Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, Hard of Hearing, and Late-Deafened communities, thereby reducing health disparities.

Passionate about accessible education and sexual healthcare, Bee is committed to offering comprehensive sexual health education across all age groups. Their initiatives encompass professional training and the advocacy for inclusive, affirming sexuality education in Deaf K-12 academic programs. Bee firmly believes that authentic connections are integral to effective advocacy and education, and they are resolute in dismantling oppressive systems.

"Empowerment through education" encapsulates Bee Gehman's mission, as they work tirelessly to create a world where sexual well-being is universally understood, respected, and accessible.