International Hug Day: tea, chats and hugs.

As a cuddle professional Tash would love you to join her in celebration of INTERNATIONAL HUG DAY!

This gathering is a relaxed affair where the space will be open between 6:00pm-9:00pm in which people can come and go as they please. It's a chance to connect to community with cups of tea, chats and hugs. There will be opportunities to give and receive nourishing hugs and hand massages. Tash, your cuddle coach, will introduce the 'ask and wait' method of requesting and receiving hugs. As with all cuddle events, touch is not a requirement to participate.

It's a chance to relax, to connect, have some hugs, and find out more about cuddle events if you're curious.

Tea, bikkies and fruit will be provided.

Registration is required to help me know numbers, with a small non-refundable fee to cover costs. If you are no longer able to attend please cancel your ticket to make space for others. Thank you.

What are Cuddle Events?

Cuddle events are guided social experiences that includes a welcome circle, easy relaxation activities, communication exercises and a description of cuddle etiquette. The event culminates in a "cuddle laboratory." Touch is non-sexual, always consensual and never a requirement to participate.

Gift yourself time and space to relax and feel nurtured in a welcoming environment with a sweet group of people. All genders and orientations - individuals, groups and couples - are all welcome.

At Cuddle Gatherings you may experience an increased sense of well-being and belonging, a boost in compassion and playfulness, a decrease in blood pressure and a better night's sleep.

Cuddle Gatherings provide opportunities to meet new friends, connect with partners and pals in a soulful new way and be part of a warm, safe and huggable tribe.

IN THE MEDIA

A curious and insightful conversation about cuddling work with Jacinta Parsons, ABC Radio. Running time: 10 minutes.

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ABOUT YOUR FACILITATOR

Natasha Hund is compassionate and empathetic. As a certified cuddle professional, holistic counsellor and play specialist she has experience in touch to nurture, to help with co-regulation and to give comfort. She values the importance of touch and enjoys creating relaxed and nurturing spaces. Natasha enjoys giving and receiving hugs!

Natasha is a Certified Cuddle Event Leader, trained with Cuddle Sanctuary. She has also completed trainings with Cuddle Therapy Australia, Cuddle Professionals International and Like A Pro with the School of Consent.

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Ticketing T&Cs

There are no refunds for this event.

Accessibility

This is a ground floor venue with no steps. There is access to a toilet in the venue (gender neutral), and access to an accessible toilet next door. The space has mats and cushions on the floor, and chairs available. If a support worker with a companion card is accompanying you please let the organiser know re numbers (card required to be presented on entry).

Travel

Participants are encouraged to use public transport.

Public transport: tram 11 on Brunswick Street, or tram 96 on Nicholson Street, then a short walk.

By car: street parking near the venue and allow ample time to find a park. Car parks have different time allowances and if you need to move your car during the event you can do this anytime after the welcoming circle.

Health

All attendees are required to be in good health without displaying signs and symptoms of illness (no runny noses, coughs, shivers, fevers, sore throats, sneezing). Attendees are expected to maintain good personal hygiene, and showering and freshening up before cuddle events is recommended.

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