Sexual health is something that we have the limited knowledge about unlike physical health or mental health. The talk about sex and sexuality is often hushed and is still considered a taboo in Indian society. Lack of information leads to unwanted pregnancy, STIs and many more problems. Studies have shown that that those who have access to comprehensive sex education are more likely to delay having sex and practice safe sexual practices. This also reduces the risk to people’s safety and health. This taboo even causes people to shy away from buying contraceptives.
We have progressed a lot as a society and have accepted many concepts which seem unconventional to Indian society but there is still a long way to go for us to ensure a liberated future.
From the understanding of human reproductive system, the correct information about sexually transmitted infections to how to practice safe sex, there are so many questions that an average young Indian suffers with about sexual health and in this time of crisis, Internet proves to be the best friend and answers all our questions. Instagram is one social platform that is dominating the internet world and here are some sex educators are using their Instagram influence to create the much needed awareness.
Dr. Tanaya Narendra
Internet rightly calls her “millennial doctor”. Her LinkedIn profile tells us that she is an award winning, internationally trained medical doctor, embryologist, and scientist. She is a medical education enthusiast who talks about sexual health, busting sex myths and spread awareness regarding menstruation through her Instagram channel “drcuterus”.
To top up your daily dose of information about sexual health, please check Dr. Tanaya’s Instagram, you can also find her on LinkedIn and Facebook.
Leeza Mangaldas
She is india’s most popular sex-positive content creator who aims to normalize conversations around consent, sexual heath, body image and female pleasure. She uses humorous approach to provide highly research information to her viewers on youtube and instagram.
To know more about Leeza Mangaldas, please check- Website, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.
Karishma Swarup
She is an award winning sexuality educator. She started her Instagram channel “talkyounevergot” during the pandemic and she busts some myths about sex, sexual health, talks about condom use, virginity and various other topics. She is very approachable with the direct messages and any questions.
To send in your queries, please connect with Karishma Swarup on Instagram and Twitter.
Apurupa Vatsalya
She is a sexual educator who talks about sexual health & reproductive rights. She talks about many taboo topics such as polyamory, drag culture, etc. on her Instagram channel “inapurupriate”. According to her, the degree of anonymity that online platforms provide makes people a lot comfortable and they can easily reach out to talk about real issues about sexual health.
To connect with Apurupa Vatsalya, please check- Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Seema Anand
Seema Anand is a mythologist and a practicing storyteller based in London. She has gained widespread attention for openly discussing about the Kama Sutra on her Instagram channel “seemaanandstorytelling” and she also tells the importance of being physically, mentally, and emotionally present with your lover. Pleasure and sensuality which are viewed as sinful, she finds them highly empowering. She is the Kama sutra expert who has studied the Kama Shastras for twenty years now. She is the author of the book “The Art of Seduction”, her TED talk on the same topic has hit over 8 million views.
To know more about Seema Anand, please check- Instagram and Facebook.
Let’s be aware and beware about our sexual health.
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