FROM HUSHED TO HEARD: Breaking Taboos About Sexuality

Our missionEqualsstrives for equality and more diversity in the workforce. We are committed to supporting women* in the growth and development of their careers. By working together, and by celebrating and championing our members and partners, we bring out the best in everybody.The problemOnly 8 % of all startups in Amsterdam have a woman as founder.Only 8% of investments in Amsterdam went to women-led startups.Only 18 % of people working in tech in the Netherlands are women, while this is the fastest growing industry.10th place in Europe when it comes to the representation of women leaders and women working in the European Tech Startup Ecosystem (report by Startup Genome).What we doWe operate based on three pillarsVisibility:We’re creating more visibility for inspiring women, because role models are important for changed behaviour and beliefs.Academy:We’re creating education and career opportunities for women in tech and entrepreneurship.Memberclub:We’re creating a community of ambitious women that are here to connect, grow, support and empower each other.*Our space is inclusive of all women, non-binary, agender and gender non-conforming people, and others who identify with our mission. Self-definition is at the sole discretion of that individual. If you feel you could benefit from a space meant for people who care about our mission, you are welcome.

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<a href="https://weareshesays.com/chapters/amsterdam/" title="https://weareshesays.com/chapters/amsterdam/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">SheSays AMS</a> invites you to an evening exploring the future of female sexuality. Join us as we step beyond the confines of societal norms and enjoy the power of our own desires - from taboo delights of kink without shame, to sextech secrets and women-friendly porn. What better time to embark on this journey than in Masturbation May?Leading women from our creative community share their personal odysseys of sexual discovery: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferlyonbell/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferlyonbell/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Jennifer Lyon Bell</a> (Blue Artichoke Films),<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessiejawbreaker/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessiejawbreaker/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Jessica van der Berg</a> (Human.Nature), <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahmassey/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahmassey/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Sarah Massey</a> (FreeQ/Massey Media) and <a href="https://Jessica@vanillacooldance.com/" title="https://Jessica@vanillacooldance.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Jessica Stahl</a> (VanillaCoolDance) discuss how we can continue to drive progress in perceptions of sexuality today and tomorrow.FROM HUSHED TO HEARD is at <a href="https://equals.nl/" title="https://equals.nl/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Equals Clubhouse</a> on 21 May (17:30 to 21:00), our exclusive SheSays AMS haven. Facilitated by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-hogg-52897b2/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-hogg-52897b2/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Lisa Hogg</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolette-lazarus-womanship/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolette-lazarus-womanship/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Nicolette Lazarus</a>, our event is a celebration of women’s empowerment and uninhibited self-expression. While all are welcome, the stage belongs to those who identify as women, non-binary, agender, and gender non-conforming. The event is hosted by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerriefinch/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerriefinch/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Kerrie Finch</a>.<a href="https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/shesays-ams-from-hushed-to-heard-breaking-taboos-about-our-sexuality-tickets-899266439127?aff=oddtdtcreator" title="https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/shesays-ams-from-hushed-to-heard-breaking-taboos-about-our-sexuality-tickets-899266439127?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Secure your ticket </a>to transcend from HUSHED TO HEARD on 21 May and immerse yourself in the SheSays AMS community. Follow us on social media for updates, and email kerrie@shesaysams.com to join our mailing list.About SheSays AMS<a href="https://weareshesays.com/" title="https://weareshesays.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">SheSays</a> is the first – and largest - global network for creative women and non-binary people, with 55+ chapters around the world. It is an award-winning non-profit organisation focused on engagement, education, and advancement. The Amsterdam chapter was formed in 2013. We lift as we climb.

About Jennifer Lyon Bell<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferlyonbell/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferlyonbell/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Jennifer </a>is an award-winning international erotic filmmaker who embraces realism, awkwardness, and intimacy in her feminist ethical porn movies. <a href="https://www.blueartichokefilms.com" title="https://www.blueartichokefilms.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The founder of Blue Artichoke Films in Amsterdam,</a> her work bridges the divide between adult and art film. She evangelizes for thoughtful and creative sexual representation in media, teaching about sex scenes at the Nederlandse Filmacademie, Raindance, Harvard, SXSW, and TedXYouth. She provides sexuality consulting for brands and TV/film, and became an intimacy coordinator to insure the comfort and safety of actors. She teaches her self-empowering workshop “From Fantasy To Film: Design Your Own Erotic Film” worldwide.About Jessica van der BergProfessionally, personally and proudly NSFW | Pleasure champion | Unrelenting hedonist.<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessiejawbreaker/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessiejawbreaker/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> Jess </a>is a recent graduate of Sextech School and one of the organisers of Porn Film Festival Amsterdam. From 9-5 she’s a copywriter at Human.Nature and from 5-9, she focuses on sex and intimacy based projects with After Dark. Jess is a fierce advocate for the right to self-centred exploration as an expression of autonomy and intention. She's driven to curate and contribute to safe spaces that dismantle shame, one story at a time.About Kerrie Finch (host)<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerriefinch/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerriefinch/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Kerrie Finch</a> is a speaker, stage MC, event host and moderator. As a strategic communications expert focused on creativity and tech innovation globally, Kerrie works with brands and leaders to polish their positioning, for impactful thought leadership. She is the founding insurgent of SheSays AMS, country rep for the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, and an alum of Wieden+Kennedy.About Lisa Hogg (Moderator)<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-hogg-52897b2/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-hogg-52897b2/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Lisa Hogg</a> is a bravery advocate and both the founder of <a href="https://www.brave.amsterdam/" title="https://www.brave.amsterdam/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">BRAVE Amsterdam</a> and the <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/7jk3WngccLqLUsTtCG7kkS?si=8787a5a4039a4b6f" title="https://open.spotify.com/show/7jk3WngccLqLUsTtCG7kkS?si=8787a5a4039a4b6f" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Bad Ass Beautiful Brave podcast</a>. As a natural innovator she aims to bring bravery to people and businesses when it's required most. An impactful motivator and speaker who is driven by making businesses of tomorrow not only successful, but impactful and brave.About Nicolette Lazarus (Facilitator)With over 30 years in the creative industries, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolette-lazarus-womanship/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolette-lazarus-womanship/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Nicolette Lazarus</a> founded Womanship to reduce stress and enhance well-being for women. This marketplace connects women with wellness professionals within a secure, anonymous community, facilitating the sharing of concerns and access to services. It also provides professionals with software to boost business efficiency and generate leads through shared events and content. Nicolette's ambition is for Womanship to become a global hub where women and wellness experts can "Share More, Worry Less" and thrive together.About Sarah Massey<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahmassey/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahmassey/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Sarah Massey</a> is a performance artist, author, and serial entrepreneur on a mission to spread queer joy. With her online events platform, freeQ, and her BDSM novel, Goddess Gold: A Domme’s First Love, Sarah Massey’s message is that the world is a better place when you express your authentic self and have fun doing it! As a leader in community organizing, BDSM, and sexuality, Sarah Massey has hosted hundreds of kinky workshops. Her new project, Amsterdomme.com, brings the art of feminine domination out of the dungeon and into the penthouse. You too can have the confidence of a Goddess.About Jessica Stahl<a href="https://Jessica@vanillacooldance.com" title="https://Jessica@vanillacooldance.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Jessica</a>, a taboo-breaking creative director and cartoonist, thrives on shattering societal norms with humour and authenticity. She is the founder of Vanillacooldance, a vibrant community of over 60,000. Through bold cartoons about sexuality, relationships, and the body, she sparks global conversations and creates a safe space to embrace your shameless self. As a freelancer, she weaves social missions into culturally relevant campaigns for maximum impact. Cannes Lions selected her as one of 19 global female creative leaders for their 2024 See It Be It program. With viral street art, empowering workshops, and brand collaborations she further amplifies her message.

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