Covid Cautious Hug Jam
Hosted by Linden & Rhys
:)[Updated 7/17/25]
We'll have a mix of structured and unstructured time, with varying levels of (customizable!) contact. There will be plans for multiple activities, but they'll just be there to support us if we find them useful. We'll follow the flow of interest and have lots of flexibility.
CONSENT BASICS:
You don’t have to cuddle or touch anyone at all.
You must ask permission and receive a yes before you touch anyone. Be as specific in your request as you can.
-If you’re a yes, say yes. If you’re a no, say no.
-If you’re a maybe, err on the side of saying no.
-You can always change your mind.
RULES & EXPECTATIONS:
-This event is open to adults (18+) who are comfortable saying “no” and hearing “no” from others.
-This is an indoor event with access to outdoor space. We’ll wear masks (KN95 or better) indoors and step outside away from others if we need to unmask. There is ample room for this.
-This is a platonic event where we’ll stay fully clothed.
-This event provides an opportunity to cuddle, not a guarantee, and you might experience disappointment or discomfort. You might:
--ask someone to cuddle and have them say “no”
--be asked to cuddle by someone you don’t want to cuddle with (and tell them “no”)
--not meet anyone at this event who you feel interested in cuddling with
--not feel mentally, emotionally, and/or physically ready to cuddle at the time
--etc.
There will be pleasant space to step away to if you wish.
QUESTIONS TO REFLECT ON:
-What makes you feel safe cuddling with a new person? What things would you need to talk about with a new person in order to feel safe cuddling with them?
-What do you hope to do, try, or learn at this event? How will you know that attending was worth it?
-How do you tell the difference between what you want and what you’ve been socialized to want? What helps you interrogate your biases?
ACCESSIBILITY
-Venue is on the 43 bus line.
-The bathroom is unfortunately not ADA accessible. The rest of the space is, and the bathroom is close to wheelchair-friendly space.
-There is a small gravel hill leading down to a large gravel patio/parking area. No steps needed to enter the venue or use the bathroom.
-Air-conditioned venue
-PLEASE avoid strong fragrances in any perfume, soap, shampoo, etc. This is an important need for some attendees, and we will be enforcing it.
-Let us know if you have other needs or questions. We’ll do our best to help with limited resources.
More info to be added as the date approaches!
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