D.T.L Down to learn at DT's

At Kink.Ed, we believe that community safety isn’t just about rules it’s about knowledge, empowerment, and connection. This skilshare intensive brings together leading voices and lived experiences willing to share an open look at how they connect to our communities.

Join us for a day of open and honest communication and education. 

What’s On:

🔹 Kinky Sexual Health with Dr. George
Join renowned GP and kink health advocate and icon Dr. George for an open and informative session on staying safe, healthy, and empowered in your kink journey. With years of experience supporting the LGBTIQ+ and kink communities both in clinic and on international stages, Dr. George brings practical insights, real-world knowledge, and a passion for creating better healthcare outcomes. Whether you’re new to kink or deeply experienced, this class will give you tools to navigate sexual health with confidence, clarity, and care.

🔹 Green, Amber & Red Flags in Dating
Connection can be exciting but also confusing! Join us for a 60-minute workshop where we’ll unpack the signs to look out for when getting to know someone. From the green flags that signal healthy connections, to the amber flags that call for caution, and the red flags that shouldn't be ignored, we’ll explore real-life examples across communication, intimacy, boundaries, and more. Come away with practical tools to recognise patterns early and build safer, healthier relationships. 

🔹 Polyamory Panel: Real Stories, Real Voices
Polyamory isn’t one-size-fits-all. Join our panel of lived-experience voices as they share the joys, challenges, and real stories of navigating love beyond monogamy. Dr George and Kitty Katastrophy will be joined by Runestaff, Luke Pipe and Jayde Taulien to talk openly about their experiences.
- Hear honest perspectives
- Ask your burning questions
- Discover what polyamory can look like in real life
Come curious, leave inspired. 

Whether you’re here to deepen your knowledge, strengthen your relationships, or simply connect with community, this day is all about safety, respect, and growing together.

Presenter Information:
Dr George Forgan-Smith
He/Him
Dr. George is a Melbourne-based General Practitioner specialising in LGBTIQ+, sexual, and kink health. As a dedicated kink safety educator, Dr. George has collaborated with Eagle Leather in Melbourne and has presented at major events like AWOL Melbourne, Sydney Fetish Week, Gear'd Adelaide, CLAW, San Francisco Leather Men, and London, Paris, Berlin, and across Australia. Passionate about improving healthcare, Dr. George also trains doctors to better understand kink, ensuring the highest quality care for his community.

Kitty Katastrophy
She/Her
Kitty Katastrophy is a fun and feisty queer woman of colour with a passion for education and sharing knowledge. With over 15 years of experience in the BDSM community, she excels at making complex concepts simple and relatable. Kitty’s classes are engaging, down-to-earth, and always inclusive, reflecting her deep commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment. As a published model and dedicated healthcare worker, she brings a unique blend of creativity and professionalism to her teachings. Join Kitty's journey of empowerment and discovery, and learn from someone who truly understands and celebrates diversity and community.

Runestaff
He/Him
Devious, instinctive, and kinky on so many levels, Runstaff combines primal intuition with knowledge and skill to craft unique, memorable experiences for the perverse and the curious. Ever seeking to expand on their creative uses, Rune is equally capable either side of the tools and implements that the aberrant use for their painful pleasures.

Luke Pipe
He/Him
With over a decade of lived experience in polyamorous dynamics. He brings insight, compassion, and practical knowledge to conversations about love, connection, and navigating non-monogamy with authenticity.

Jayde Taulien 
She/They
Jayde brings over a decade of lived experience exploring, practising, and supporting others in diverse polyamorous relationship styles. Over the past 10+ years, they have navigated various forms of ethical non-monogamy—including hierarchical, non-hierarchical, and solo polyam structures—gaining deep insight into communication, consent, and boundary-setting. Passionate about fostering authentic connections, Jayde shares their knowledge to help others create healthier, more intentional approaches to love, intimacy, and community. They are committed to challenging conventional narratives of relationships and championing spaces where authenticity, fluidity, and respect can thrive.


About the Venue:
DT's Hotel has a history of serving Melbourne's LGBTIQ+ community for decades, operating as a gay-owned venue since at least 1995. Formerly known as the Citizens' Park Hotel and Naughton's Hotel. It was purchased in 2017 by Paul Anthony and has continued its legacy as a welcoming, inclusive queer bar known for drag shows and community events. The pub is a significant cultural institution located in Richmond, with a friendly atmosphere and a dedicated following.

Dt's is a single-level venue with an array of seating and tables. Wheelchair accessible.

Consessions:
At Melbkink.ed, we recognise that our BIPOC, trans & disabled community members are often underprivileged and, as a result, miss out on many experiences and opportunities. We offer a discount code to be used with the honour system* to try to help bridge this gap. If you are trans, disabled or BIPOC use code SPANKSALOT for 15% off individual ticket prices.

We hope to provide a safe and welcoming place for all kinksters!

*Honour system means we trust you to be honest about using the discount code, no questions asked.

Please contact the event hosts if you have any questions. If you are experiencing hardship at times we can offer community tickets.

Dress Code:
This is a casual event. Please wear something you're comfortable in.