02/03/2026
How to: Be Gender Inclusive When Talking About Condoms!
One of the best ways to maintain s*xual health for all is by keeping the condom conversation gender inclusive when educating about condoms.
So, how can we do that?
Below are 4 helpful ways you can be gender inclusive in discussing condoms:
đ§ Brush up on new terms, phrases, and products. Continuous learning is the key to being a great educator.
đŹUse gender inclusive language. For example, instead of the outdated terms âmaleâ and âfemaleâ condoms, use the terms external and internal condoms.
âNever assume. Ask your community members in advance about their preferences, like pronouns, to ensure that everyone is comfortable.
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Discuss a variety of safer s*x methods and tips. Talk about the entire s*xual health toolbox, from external condoms to internal condoms and oral dams, personal lubricant, PrEP and PEP, abstinence, and the variety of birth control methods. For condoms, go over how to properly use them, such as: checking the expiration date, pinching the tip, rolling down the full length of the shaft, avoiding the use of oil based lubricants and carefully cleaning up afterwards.
Share some tips of your own in the comments! Happy educating đ©·