Sex Ed Leadership Retreat

National gatherings of leaders in sexuality education.
Recharge. Reconnect. Reimagine.

A photo of a mountain with the SELS logo above. There is a road sign with an arrow pointing at the mountain and the words "Leadership Retreat". There is another smaller sign with the words "December 11–13, 2026 / Greater Philadelphia"

Join us December 11–13, 2026, in the Greater Philadelphia Area — or in San Diego January 15-17, 2027 for the Sex Ed Leadership Retreats! Both weekends are designed to foster connection, renewal, and visionary thinking among those shaping the future of sexuality education, whether you’re a seasoned leader or emerging voice.

Proposals are accepted through August 15, 2026.

Space is limited, so register now!

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This year’s agenda is being constructed! For a sample agenda, check out the 2025 retreat page

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A room with a window with floral curtains, a twin bed covered by a quilt, and a wooden desk. There is a heating/AC unit beneath the window.
A welcome desk with sign-in sheets, SELS-branded bags, and keys, in front of a window looking out on a wooded area. There is a sign with directions to rooms.
A table with various fidget toys and a vulva coloring book
Five people sitting at a table and playing Scattergories.
An empty room with a high ceiling and many windows. Padded chairs are arranged on the wooden floor facing each other in a circle.

Chrissy Cmorik, Co-chair Sex Ed Leadership Retreat

A white woman in glasses sits in front of a bush.
Kelly Gainor, Co-chair Sex Ed Leadership Retreat
A Black woman stands in front of a brick wall wearing a pink blazer and smiling.
Breanna Lewis, Co-chair Sex Ed Leadership Retreat
A white man sits in a cafe, wearing a blue sweater.
Bill Taverner, President Sex Ed Lecture Series